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Also known as: C/O KENTON R COONS
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Coons Foundation is a private corporation based in MEMPHIS, TN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. The principal officer is Kenton R Coons. It holds total assets of $3.7M. Annual income is reported at $514K. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Iowa. According to available records, Coons Foundation has made 118 grants totaling $1.5M, with a median grant of $4K. The foundation has distributed between $253K and $639K annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $639K distributed across 48 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $105K, with an average award of $13K. The foundation has supported 36 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Iowa, Minnesota, Texas, which account for 89% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 6 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$4K
Average Grant
$12K
Largest Grant
$76K
Based on 25 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Coons Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 118 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in IA, MN, TX.
Coons Foundation has distributed a total of $1.5M across 118 grants. The median grant size is $4K, with an average of $13K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $105K.
Coons Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Coons Foundation is headquartered in MEMPHIS, TN. While based in TN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 6 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Coons | Director/President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kyle Coons | Director/Secretary/Treasurer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kenton Coons | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Christine Coons | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Karen Dixson | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$282K
Total Assets
$3.7M
Fair Market Value
$6.5M
Net Worth
$3.7M
Grants Paid
$253K
Contributions
$87K
Net Investment Income
$206K
Distribution Amount
$303K
Total: $3.6M
Total Grants
118
Total Giving
$1.5M
Average Grant
$13K
Median Grant
$4K
Unique Recipients
36
Most Common Grant
$2K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| WesleylifeGeneral Operations | Johnston, IA | $80K | 2023 |
| Blank'S Children'S HospitalGeneral Operations | Des Moines, IA | $55K | 2023 |
| Des Moines Metro OperaGeneral Operations | Indianola, IA | $50K | 2023 |
| Iowa Public Television FoundationGeneral Operations | Johnston, IA | $10K | 2023 |
| Mayo ClinicGeneral Operations | Rochester, MN | $10K | 2023 |
| Lucas County Health CenterGeneral Operations | Chariton, IA | $10K | 2023 |
| St George'S Independent SchoolGeneral Operations | Germantown, TN | $5K | 2023 |
| Des Moines PlayhouseGeneral Operations | Des Moines, IA | $5K | 2023 |
| Chariton High SchoolGeneral Operations | Chariton, IA | $5K | 2023 |
| Lucas County Salvation ArmyGeneral Operations | Chariton, IA | $4K | 2023 |
| Des Moines Performing ArtsGeneral Operations | Des Moines, IA | $4K | 2023 |
| Des Moines Symphony AssociationGeneral Operations | Des Moines, IA | $3K | 2023 |
| William Woods UniversityGeneral Operations | Fulton, MO | $2K | 2023 |
| Humeston Public LibraryGeneral Operations | Humeston, IA | $2K | 2023 |
| Living History FarmsGeneral Operations | Urbandale, IA | $2K | 2023 |
| Ucm FoundationGeneral Operations | Warrensburg, MO | $2K | 2023 |
| University Of Iowa FoundationGeneral Operations | Iowa City, IA | $2K | 2023 |
| John L Lewis MuseumGeneral Operations | Lucas, IA | $1K | 2023 |
| Appanoose County Historical SocietyGeneral Operations | Centerville, IA | $1K | 2023 |
| Lucas County Fair AssociationGeneral Operations | Chariton, IA | $30K | 2022 |
| Joshua Christian AcademyGeneral Operations | Des Moines, IA | $15K | 2022 |
| Everystep FoundationGeneral Operations | Des Moines, IA | $5K | 2022 |
| Camp One StepGeneral Operations | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2022 |
| Messiah Lutheran ChurchGeneral Operations | Johnston, IA | $4K | 2022 |
| Interchurch Council Of Lucas CountyGeneral Operations | Chariton, IA | $3K | 2022 |
| Johnston Band Parents AssociationGeneral Operations | Johnston, IA | $2K | 2022 |
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