Quick Summary
Name: Madison Alexander Cooper And Martha Roane Cooper Foundation (Cooper Foundation) Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $2,136,708 (2023) |
| Grant Range | Not specified - varies by project |
| Average Grant | $73,679 (2023) |
| Application Method | Rolling - Invitation Only |
Contact Details
Website: https://cooperfdn.org/
Phone: 254.754.0315
Address: 1801 Austin Avenue, Waco, Texas 76701
Geographic Focus
Waco, Texas only. Applicants must have programming and staff in Waco.
Funding Priorities
- Education - programs on school campuses, educational technology, museum exhibits
- Health - health equity, cancer patient support, mammography screenings, meal programs
- Arts, Culture, and Recreation - arts programs, museums, zoos, symphony, cultural organizations
- Community Building and Social Services - legal services, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, housing (Habitat for Humanity), foster care, child development, CASA, food security
- Senior Citizens - programs and services for seniors
- City Beautification - projects enhancing Waco's appearance
- Capacity Building - organizational development, staffing, facilities, technology
What They Don't Fund
- Religious purposes, churches, or projects tied to churches
- Organizations outside of Waco, Texas
- Organizations without 501(c)(3) status
- Multi-year funding commitments (grants are one-time awards, fully funded upfront)
Application Method
Process: Rolling inquiry-based system with invitation to apply
- Submit a grant inquiry form online or call to discuss with foundation staff (no deadline)
- Foundation staff reviews inquiry within a few weeks
- If accepted, applicant is invited to submit a full proposal through online system
- Organizations are strongly encouraged to discuss applications with staff before and during preparation
Eligibility: Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with programming and staff in Waco, Texas
Grant Amounts: No set limitations - staff can provide guidance on appropriate request amounts based on project needs and foundation history
References
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