Lisa and Clay Cooley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lisa and Clay Cooley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 30 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.2 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.6 million
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.4 million the year before.
43% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.4 million | 44 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 30 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Lisa and Clay Cooley Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Lisa and Clay Cooley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 27 | $2.6 million |
| New York | 2 | $31,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Preston Road Church of Christ | Support numerous ministries while sharing the news of jesus christ | $1.2 million |
| Southern Methodist University | Cox school of business renovation and expansion | $500,000 |
| Salvation Army | Capital campaign | $375,000 |
| Crystal Charity Ball | 2024 fashion show and underwriting | $147,068 |
| Communities Foundation of Texas | The sweetheart ball fund | $101,500 |
| Texas State History Museum Foundation | Blue star museums and texas independence day dinner | $50,000 |
| Salvation Army | Dallas women's auxiliary | $30,000 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | Connect patients to services and forward research in blood cancer | $26,000 |
| Council for Life | 2024 celebrating life | $24,500 |
| Luke's Fastbreaks | Premier bbq bash sponsor | $24,400 |
| The George W Bush Foundation | Museum support | $20,000 |
| Equest | Equest women's auxiliary | $19,280 |
| Scholarshot | 2024-2025 sponsorship | $15,300 |
| Ability Connection | Serve people with all types of intellectual or other developmental disabilities across texas | $15,000 |
| Childrens Cancer Fund | Regal sponsor | $10,000 |
| Country Music Foundation Inc | All for the hall dallas | $10,000 |
| Operation Kindness | Cabernet sponsorship | $10,000 |
| University of Texas at Dallas | Callier cares luncheon | $9,650 |
| All Stars Project | To support 2024 fall benefit and bring afterschool development programs to dallas youth | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | For the benefit of "my sweet charity" | $5,000 |
| SPCA of Texas | Sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Cristo Rey Dallas High School Inc | To support grow the grove | $3,500 |
| The Senior Source | To support seniors in greater dallas | $2,750 |
| Forefront Living Foundation | Each moment matters luncheon - faith presbyterian hospice caring fund | $1,500 |
| Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation | Celebrating women fund | $1,000 |
| Genesis Womens Shelter & Support | Genesis support | $1,000 |
| One Hundred Shares Dallas Inc | Support those in need | $1,000 |
| Turtle Creek Conservancy | To provide support to protecting and preserving turtle creek park | $1,000 |
| Womens Council of the Dallas Arboretum | Dallas arboretum and botanical garden | $1,000 |
| Afp Greater Dallas Chapter | In honor of kim hext | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Clay E Cooley
- Lisa C Cooley
- Chase Cooley
- Ciara Cooley
- Chance Cooley
Questions people ask
Does Lisa and Clay Cooley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lisa and Clay Cooley Family Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Lisa and Clay Cooley Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Clay E Cooley (President/Treasurer), Lisa C Cooley (Vice President/Secretary), Chase Cooley (Director) and Ciara Cooley (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Lisa and Clay Cooley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and human services.