Private foundation · EIN 36-4156747
The Cottonwood Foundation
Chapel Hill, NC
The Cottonwood Foundation is a private foundation based in Chapel Hill, NC. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, it reported $140K in grants and contributions paid across 2 grants, with $3.23M in assets (fair market value). It reports that it gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Its largest grants went to University of Notre Dame and Fidelity Charitable.
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Gives only to preselected organizations. On its Form 990-PF, this foundation checked the box saying it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Relationships and invitations usually come first.
As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2025. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.
Largest grants, tax year 2025
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | Notre Dame, IN | General Support | $100,000 |
| Fidelity Charitable | Cincinnati, OH | The Grotto Fund | $40,289 |
Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does The Cottonwood Foundation accept grant applications?
According to its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, The Cottonwood Foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
How much does The Cottonwood Foundation give each year?
For tax year 2025, it reported $140,289 in grants and contributions paid (2 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has The Cottonwood Foundation funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to University of Notre Dame (IN), $100K and Fidelity Charitable (OH), $40.3K.