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THE COTO FOUNDATION

THE COTO FOUNDATION

LOS ANGELES, CA, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
26-3896152
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation
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THE COTO FOUNDATION

LOS ANGELES, CA, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
26-3896152
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Family Foundation

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

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The Coto Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that emphasizes relationship-based engagement, providing funding exclusively by invitation and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $304K across 25 grantees, primarily focusing on California, Kentucky, and Virginia. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given

$304K

2024
Grantees funded
25
Multi-year grantees
56%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

10

Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$19K
M
Melanie Coto
Board Member
G
Gohar Tutunjyan
Board Member
S
San Pasqual Fiduciary Trust Co
Executive

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE COTO FOUNDATION?
No. THE COTO FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE COTO FOUNDATION give?
THE COTO FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Kentucky, and Virginia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE COTO FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE COTO FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE COTO FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE COTO FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $304 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE COTO FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE COTO FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include DISCOVERY SCIENCE CENTER OF LOS ANGELES, NORTHRIDGE HOSPITAL FOUNDATION, and LIFESAVERS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE COTO FOUNDATION?
THE COTO FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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