Private foundation · EIN 84-4590931 · Wadsworth, Ohio · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Paula and Bill Cosgrove Family Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 3 grants paid, $16K total, median $5,500. 67% of grants stayed in Ohio.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
3
$16K
Median grant
$5,500
Stays in OH
67%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.1M

Grants paid in 2025

3 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Arnold & Winnie Palmer FoundationOrlando, FLTo support the organization's mission of promoting youth character development, children's health, environmental stewardship and well-being…$10K
Uh Rainbow Babies and ChildrenCleveland, OHTo support this leading pediatric care provider located in cleveland, ohio.$5,500
Strongsville Booster ClubStrongsville, OHTo support the organization's mission to raise funds to assist all athletic programs for strongsville city schools.$500

By state: Florida 1 · Ohio 2

About this foundation

Paula and Bill Cosgrove Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Wadsworth, Ohio, tax-exempt since 2021. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Paula and Bill Cosgrove Family Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Paula and Bill Cosgrove Family Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $16K across 3 grants, a median of $5,500.

Where does Paula and Bill Cosgrove Family Foundation give?

Florida (1 grants), Ohio (2 grants), per its latest filing.

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