AI Summary
The COOK FOUNDATION is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting history museums, having awarded a total of $95,000 in grants to 21 grantees in 2024. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of its profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
1
History museums
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
GLOUCESTER ARTS ON MAIN INC
Gloucester, VA
$493K
57%
VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
RICHMOND, VA
$85K
10%
THE FAIRFIELD FOUNDATION
New York, NY
$21.8K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
12
Median 1st year grant
$2K
Median 2nd year grant
$2K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to COOK FOUNDATION?
Yes. COOK FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does COOK FOUNDATION give?
COOK FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, New York, and District Of Columbia. 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 COOK FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from COOK FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $2,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does COOK FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, COOK FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $95 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did COOK FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, COOK FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include GLOUCESTER ARTS ON MAIN INC, VIRGINIA MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, and THE FAIRFIELD FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to COOK FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.