Cios
Preselected recipients only
Cios is a private foundation in Wilson, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.2 million in 37 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $280,000. 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$4.2 million
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$280,000
- Assets$109 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.8 million the year before.
22% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $6.0 million | 41 | $99.9 million |
| 2023 | $4.8 million | 39 | $105 million |
| 2024 | $4.2 million | 37 | $109 million |
How to apply
Cios 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 Cios funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $1.3 million |
| Tennessee | 2 | $430,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $340,000 |
| Wyoming | 4 | $338,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $325,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $270,000 |
| California | 3 | $250,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $250,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $170,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Agape Child and Family Services | General funds | $280,000 |
| TMS Global | General funds | $275,000 |
| Faith Comes by Hearing | General funds | $250,000 |
| Mission Waco Mission World | General funds | $250,000 |
| Dallas Baptist University | Scholarships | $240,000 |
| Wheaton College | Wade center | $220,000 |
| Mission Arlington | General funds | $180,000 |
| Campbellsville University | General funds | $170,000 |
| Open Table | General funds | $170,000 |
| East Texas Baptist University | General funds | $150,000 |
| One by One Ministries | General funds | $150,000 |
| Hungry Souls | General funds | $145,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | General funds | $125,000 |
| Northern Seminary | General funds | $120,000 |
| Presbyterian Church of Jackson Hole | General funds | $120,000 |
| Families Matter | General funds | $100,000 |
| Fuller Theological Seminary | General funds | $100,000 |
| Honor Health Foundation | General funds | $100,000 |
| Kids Hope USA | General funds | $100,000 |
| Oak Grove Christian Ministries | General funds | $100,000 |
| Presbyterian Children's Home and Services | General funds | $100,000 |
| Rice Owl Club | General funds | $100,000 |
| A Christian Ministry in the National Parks | General funds | $80,000 |
| Baptist Standard | General funds | $75,000 |
| CS Lewis Institute | General funds | $75,000 |
| Student Ministry Essentials | General funds | $75,000 |
| Teton Youth Family Services | General funds | $60,000 |
| Middle East Bible Outreach | General funds | $50,000 |
| Sower's Field | General funds | $50,000 |
| Baptist Women in Ministry | General funds | $35,000 |
| Grand Teton National Park Foundation | General funds | $33,000 |
| Texas Baptist Mission Foundation | General funds | $30,000 |
| Youth Choirs Inc | General funds | $30,000 |
| Burke Center for Youth | General funds | $25,000 |
| Central Baptist Theologial Seminary | General funds | $25,000 |
| Denison Forum | General funds | $25,000 |
| Christian Latina Leadership Institute | General funds | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Piper
- Shirley Piper
- Polly Piper Rickard
- Jill Piper
- Lynn Piper
Questions people ask
Does Cios accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cios give?
$4.2 million in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Cios?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul Piper (Trustee), Shirley Piper (Trustee), Polly Piper Rickard (Trustee) and Jill Piper (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Cios fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.