Coker Foundation
Invitation OnlyChattanooga, Tennessee · EIN 83-2877945 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$257K
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$5.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $50,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
20% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga | Chattanooga, TN | General operations | $137,000 |
| Chattanooga Christian School Inc | Chattanooga, TN | Charger fund | $50,000 |
| Bible in the Schools | Chattanooga, TN | Endowment program | $50,000 |
| New Covenant Fellowship Church | Chattanooga, TN | General operations | $10,000 |
| Auburn Automotive Heritage Inc | Auburn, IN | General operations | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $257,000 | 5 |
| 2024 | $252,500 | 8 |
| 2023 | $200,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632579349100133
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-2877945
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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