The Coss Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Coss Foundation is a private foundation in River Falls, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,869 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $587 and the largest $587. 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$5,869
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$587
- Largest grant$587
- Assets$99,403
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was down from $6,100 the year before.
70% 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 | $6,368 | 14 | $121,519 |
| 2024 | $6,100 | 13 | $114,036 |
| 2025 | $5,869 | 10 | $99,403 |
How to apply
The Coss 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 The Coss Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 5 | $2,935 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $587 |
| Maryland | 1 | $587 |
| Virginia | 1 | $587 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $587 |
| Arizona | 1 | $586 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood House Shelf | General support. | $587 |
| Pepin County Food Pantry | General support. | $587 |
| Second Harvest Heartland | General support. | $587 |
| Catholic Charities USA | General support. | $587 |
| Childrens Theatre Company | General support. | $587 |
| Smithsonian National Zoological Park | General support. | $587 |
| Saint Thomas Academy | Aqunas fund. | $587 |
| University of MN Foundation | Transplant support and research. | $587 |
| Bullis School | .bullis fund | $587 |
| Herberger Theatre | General support. | $586 |
Officers and trustees
- Kristina Scheid
- Virginia C Coss
- Amanda Scheid
- James L Coss
- Jingshu Coss
- Kaitlyn Scheid
- Laura M Coss
- Timothy Coss
Questions people ask
Does The Coss Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Coss Foundation give?
$5,869 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $587.
Who runs The Coss Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kristina Scheid (President), Virginia C Coss (Vice President), Amanda Scheid (Director) and James L Coss (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Coss Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.