Cool Choices Inc
Preselected recipients only
Cool Choices Inc is a private foundation in Madison, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $560,768 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $560,768 and the largest $560,768. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$560,768
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$560,768
- Largest grant$560,768
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $300,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $300,000 | 1 | $558,718 |
| 2025 | $560,768 | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Cool Choices Inc 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 Cool Choices Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $560,768 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Windward Fund's Daybreak Fund | Environmental | $560,768 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Redsten
- Tom Eggert
- Paul Meier
- Cari Anne Renlund
- David Gilles
- Matt Frank
- Amanda Goetsch
Questions people ask
Does Cool Choices Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cool Choices Inc give?
$560,768 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $560,768.
Who runs Cool Choices Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Redsten (President), Tom Eggert (Treasurer), Paul Meier (Secretary) and Cari Anne Renlund (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Cool Choices Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.