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The Donald & Elizabeth Cooke Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in North Carolina, with additional support in Florida and Virginia. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SAMARITAN'S PURSE
$170K
14%
WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY
$150K
13%

NORTH CAROLINA ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY INC
$85K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
19
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE FOUNDATION?
No. THE DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE FOUNDATION give?
THE DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, Florida, 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 DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE 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 DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $270 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include SAMARITAN'S PURSE, WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY, and NORTH CAROLINA ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE FOUNDATION?
THE DONALD & ELIZABETH COOKE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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