Private foundation · Marco Island, FL (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
The Cohoon Family Charitable Trust
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Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 2 totaling $1,500
- Typical grant
- $500 to $1,000 (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $750, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Williamson County, Hamilton County · plus 12 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $37K
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $31K | — | 0 |
| 2024 | $47K | — | 0 |
| 2023 | $37K | $1,500 | 2 |
How to apply
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Board and officers
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- Alan CohoonTrustee/director
- Hollis CohoonDirector
As listed in its 2023 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- To raise awareness and empower best in class organizations to end the child welfare crisis in america.
- To present jesus christ as savior and lord to business and professional men
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Groups it already funds are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Recipient | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cbmc Inc. | Chattanooga, Hamilton County | To present jesus christ as savior and lord to business and professional men | $1,000 |
| Angel Armies Inc. (for Others) | Franklin, Williamson County | To raise awareness and empower best in class organizations to end the child... | $500 |