The Cockrell Foundation
Houston, TX, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
74-6076993
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Houston, TX, US
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501(c)3
•
EIN
74-6076993
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•
Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Cockrell Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that is currently open for unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $10.8 million across 36 grantees, focusing on various philanthropic causes. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the foundation's profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS FOUNDATION INC
$19.3M
21%
THE METHODIST HOSPITAL FOUNDATION
$9.1M
10%

Houston Museum of Natural Science
$8.8M
10%
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Total No. of Grants
18
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Cockrell Foundation?
Yes. The Cockrell Foundation accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does The Cockrell Foundation give?
The Cockrell Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Kansas, 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 The Cockrell Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Cockrell Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Cockrell Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Cockrell Foundation awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $10.8 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Cockrell Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Cockrell Foundation awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS FOUNDATION INC, THE METHODIST HOSPITAL FOUNDATION, and Houston Museum of Natural Science. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Cockrell Foundation?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting The Cockrell Foundation’s website.
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