Cooking Autism Inc
Accepts applications
Cooking Autism Inc is a private foundation in Locust Grove, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,250 in 57 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $3,150. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$40,250
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$3,150
- Assets$0
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was up from $32,050 the year before.
65% of its 2025 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 | $36,588 | 33 | $0 |
| 2024 | $32,050 | 42 | $0 |
| 2025 | $40,250 | 57 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Jonathan Carriveau 35174 Sara CT, Locust Grove, VA 22508 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (202) 603-0833, wendy@cookingautism.org |
| What to submit | Requests must be made with an itemized listing of what the funds will be used for and how many children the funds are expected to help |
| Restrictions | Organizations must utilize the funds for activities for children |
What Cooking Autism Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 48 | $35,400 |
| Maryland | 3 | $1,450 |
| Michigan | 1 | $800 |
| Washington | 1 | $800 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $700 |
| Florida | 1 | $400 |
| Ohio | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rising Star Center | Grant for life skills program | $3,150 |
| Individual | Joe callahan scholarship | $2,000 |
| Mary Williams Elementary School | Grant for life skills program | $1,500 |
| University of Mary Washington | Joe callahan scholarship | $1,500 |
| Mattews Center for Visual Learning | Grant for life skills program | $1,500 |
| Anne E Moncure Elementary School | Grant for life skills program | $1,300 |
| Individual | Grant for life skills program | $1,200 |
| Individual | Grant for life skills program | $1,000 |
| Individual | Grant for life skills program | $1,000 |
| Charles County Public Schools | Grant for life skills program | $1,000 |
| Individual | Grant for life skills program | $1,000 |
| Massaponax High School | Grant for life skills program | $1,000 |
| Individual | Grant for life skills program | $1,000 |
| Individual | Joe callahan scholarship | $1,000 |
| Neabsco Elementary School | Grant for life skills program | $900 |
| Stafford Middle School | Grant for life skills program | $850 |
| Heather Empfield Day Center | Grant for life skills program | $800 |
| Shadle Park High School | Grant for life skills program | $800 |
| Dumfries Elementary School | Grant for life skills program | $800 |
| Exceptional Journeys Day Program | Grant for life skills program | $800 |
| Brooke Point High School | Grant for life skills program | $750 |
| Individual | Grant for life skills program | $750 |
| Locust Grove Primary School | Grant for life skills program | $700 |
| Independence High School | Grant for life skills program | $700 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary School | Grant for life skills program | $700 |
| Gateway Academy | Grant for life skills program | $600 |
| Individual | Grant for life skills program | $500 |
| Individual | Grant for life skills program | $500 |
| Henderson Elementary School | Grant for life skills program | $500 |
| Individual | Grant for life skills program | $500 |
| Courtland Elementary School | Grant for life skills program | $500 |
| Gayle Middle School | Grant for life skills program | $500 |
| Individual | Grant for life skills program | $500 |
| Old Bridge Elementary School | Grant for life skills program | $500 |
| River Academy of Excellence | Grant for life skills program | $450 |
| Individual | Grant for life skills program | $400 |
| Gordon-Barbour Elementary School | Grant for life skills program | $400 |
| Reconnections Education Center | Grant for life skills program | $400 |
| Brock Road Elementary School | Grant for life skills program | $400 |
| Rockhill Elementary School | Grant for life skills program | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan Carriveau
- Kari George
- Andrea Wright
- Amy Allen
- Sarah Beth Rodrigues
- Jourdan Bryant
- Melanie Bryant
- Wendy Christofferson
- Eric Stafford
- Ruth Bell
- Haley Young
Questions people ask
Does Cooking Autism Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Cooking Autism Inc give?
$40,250 in tax year 2025, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Cooking Autism Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jonathan Carriveau (Chair), Kari George (Director), Andrea Wright (Vice Chair) and Amy Allen (Director) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Cooking Autism Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.