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The Cousins Family Foundation is a private corporation based in BRIGHTON, MI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2016. The principal officer is Christopher Cousins. It holds total assets of $157K. Annual income is reported at $36K. Total assets have grown from $102K in 2019 to $169K in 2023. 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. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Florida and District of Columbia. According to available records, The Cousins Family Foundation has made 169 grants totaling $132K, with a median grant of $500. The foundation has distributed between $41K and $48K annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $48K distributed across 58 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $150 to $8K, with an average award of $781.905. The foundation has supported 62 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Florida, Michigan, District of Columbia, which account for 43% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 20 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$150
Median Grant
$500
Average Grant
$816
Largest Grant
$8K
Based on 52 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
The Cousins Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 169 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in FL, MI, DC.
The Cousins Family Foundation has distributed a total of $132K across 169 grants. The median grant size is $500, with an average of $781.905. Individual grants have ranged from $150 to $8K.
The Cousins Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The Cousins Family Foundation is headquartered in BRIGHTON, MI. While based in MI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 20 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| George A Cousins | PRES/TREAS/D | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Patricia A Cousins | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Christopher Cousins | VICE PRES/DI | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Mellissa M Hickey | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ella C Cousins | SECRETARY/DI | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$43K
Total Assets
$169K
Fair Market Value
$145K
Net Worth
$169K
Grants Paid
$43K
Contributions
$25K
Net Investment Income
$576
Distribution Amount
$7K
Total: $69K
Total Grants
169
Total Giving
$132K
Average Grant
$781.905
Median Grant
$500
Unique Recipients
62
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open DoorsRELIGIOUS | Santa Ana, CA | $500 | 2023 |
| Covenant HouseYOUTH-RESIDENTIAL CARE | Ft Lauderdale, FL | $400 | 2023 |
| Westside Christian AcademyKIDS EDUCATION-CENTER | Detroit, MI | $7K | 2023 |
| Reciprocal Mininstries IntlSTUDENT TUITION/FOOD HAITI | Lehigh Acres, FL | $5K | 2023 |
| Verity Pregnancy & Med Resrch CtrCHOOSE LIFE | Ft Myers, FL | $4K | 2023 |
| The Faces FoundationHEALTHCARE | Milford, MI | $3K | 2023 |
| The Salvation ArmySTORM RELIEF & HUMAN SERVICES | Atlanta, GA | $1K | 2023 |
| Samaritans PurseSTORM RELIEF | Boone, NC | $1K | 2023 |
| Intl Fellowship Christian JewsHUMAN SERVICES | Washington, DC | $1K | 2023 |
| Folds Of HonorVETERANS & MILITARY | Tulsa, OK | $650 | 2023 |
| Habitat For HumanityHUMAN SERVICES | Ft Myers, FL | $600 | 2023 |
| Yellow Ribbon FundVETERANS & MILITARY | Bethesda, MD | $600 | 2023 |
| Ft Myers Rescue MissionHUMAN SERVICES | Ft Myers, FL | $600 | 2023 |
| The Hunger ProjectHUNGER | New York, NY | $600 | 2023 |
| Umrc Heritage FoundationSENIOR LIVING | Chelsea, MI | $550 | 2023 |
| American Red CrossHUMAN SERVICES | Boone, IA | $500 | 2023 |
| American Indian College FundEDUCATION | Denver, CO | $500 | 2023 |
| Answers In GenesisRELIGIOUS | Petersburg, KY | $500 | 2023 |
| Make A Wish FoundationTERMINALLY-CHRONICALLY ILL | Davie, FL | $500 | 2023 |
| National Military Family AssnVETERANS & MILITARY | Alexandria, VA | $500 | 2023 |
| Feeding AmericaHUNGER | Washington, DC | $500 | 2023 |
| National Law Enforcement OfficesFIRST RESPONDERS | Washington, DC | $500 | 2023 |
| Prager UniversityEDUCATION | Sherman Oaks, CA | $500 | 2023 |
| Alliance Defending FreedomCONSUMER PROTECTION, LEGAL AID | Scottsdale, AZ | $500 | 2023 |
| Concerned Women For AmericaRELIGIOUS | Pueblo, CO | $500 | 2023 |
| Aig - Ark EncounterRELIGIOUS | Hebron, KY | $500 | 2023 |
| Creation Ministries InternationalRELIGIOUS | Powder Springs, GA | $500 | 2023 |
| Hillsdale CollegeEDUCATION | Hillsdale, MI | $500 | 2023 |
| National Wwii MuseumHISTORY | New Orleans, LA | $500 | 2023 |
| Fisher House FoundationVETERANS & MILITARY | Rockville, MD | $500 | 2023 |
| Fl Sheriffs AssociationFIRST RESPONDERS | Tallahassee, FL | $500 | 2023 |
| Action Against Hunger - UsaHUNGER | New York, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Marine Toys For Tots FoundationCHILD PROTECTION & SPONSORSHIP | Triangle, VA | $400 | 2023 |
| Als TherapyHEALTH GENERAL | Watertown, MA | $400 | 2023 |
| American Diabetes AssnHEALTH GENERAL | Arlington, VA | $400 | 2023 |
| CfactEDUCATION | Washington, DC | $400 | 2023 |
| Intercollegiate Studies InstituteEDUCATION | Wilmington, DE | $400 | 2023 |
| Jewish Voice MinistriesRELIGIOUS | Phoenix, AZ | $400 | 2023 |
| Leadership InstituteEDUCATION | Washington, DC | $400 | 2023 |
| National Wasp-Wwii MuseumHISTORY | Sweetwater, TX | $400 | 2023 |
| Ronald Mcdonald HouseCHILD PROTECTION | Chicago, IL | $400 | 2023 |
| Ronald Reagan Presidential FoundHISTORY | Simi Valley, CA | $400 | 2023 |
| Special OlympicsMENTAL HEALTH & DISABILITIES | Washington, DC | $400 | 2023 |
| The Heritage FoundationPUBLIC POLICY | Washington, DC | $400 | 2023 |
| Marine Corps Heritage FoundationHISTORY | Triangle, VA | $400 | 2023 |
| Capital Research CenterCIVICS CORRUPTION | Washington, DC | $400 | 2023 |
| Jr Achievment UsaYOUTH DEVELOPMENT | Colorado Springs, CO | $350 | 2023 |
| Judicial WatchCIVICS CORRUPTION | Washington, DC | $350 | 2023 |
| Institute For Energy ResearchEDUCATION | Washington, DC | $350 | 2023 |
| American Lung AssnHEALTH GENERAL | Chicago, IL | $350 | 2023 |