Cooper-Standard Foundation Inc
Historical FunderNorthville, Michigan · EIN 46-2610373 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$64K
Organizations funded24
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$747
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Cooper-Standard Foundation |
|---|---|
| Address | 40300 Traditions Drive, Northville MI 48168 |
| csfoundation@cooperstandard.com | |
| Form and materials | Requests must be in writing and must include: Copy of a letter regarding tax exempt status under Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code Description of the structure, purpose, history and programs of the organization Summary of the need for support and how it will be used Geographic areas served by the organization If employee recommended, name and location of the employee Email requests to CSFoundation@cooperstandard.com |
| Deadlines | No |
| Restrictions | The Cooper Standard Foundation makes charitable contributions to nonprofit organizations primarily in communities where Cooper Standard has a presence. Extra consideration will be given to organizations or institutions in which Cooper Standard employees are involved with and are contributing their time. In evaluating requests for funds, those organizations that fit the Foundations mission will receive priority, including children's charities, education (especially science and math), health and wellness and community revitalization. Ineligible Groups / Events Sports teams and events Dinner fundraising events Private K-12 schools Other foundations |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
45% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Achievement | Detroit, MI | Community Support Services | $15,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Hagerstown, MD | Support for Type 1 Diabetes Research | $10,000 |
| Michigan Colleges Alliance | Detroit, MI | Education Support | $10,000 |
| Michigan State University | East Lansing, MI | Five $1,000 Dollar Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Central Michigan University | Mount Pleasant, MI | Three $1,000 Dollar Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Grand Valley State University | Allendale, MI | Two $1,000 Dollar Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Saginaw Valley State University | Kochville Township, MI | Two $1,000 Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Baldwin Wallace University | Berea, OH | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Bowling Green State University | Bowling Green, OH | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| East Tennessee State University | Johnson City, TN | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Hope College | Holland, MI | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Kent State University at Tuscarawas | New Philadelphia, OH | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Northeast State Comm College | Blountville, TN | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Michigan Technological University | Houghton, MI | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Oakland Community College | Auburn Hills, MI | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Oakland University | Rochester, MI | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| The Ohio State University | Columbus, OH | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| University of Olivet | Olivet, MI | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Walters State Community College | Morristown, TN | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Alpena Community College | Alpena, MI | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Oregon State University | Corvallis, OR | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Owens Community College | Perrysburg, OH | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Perdue University Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne, IN | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $64,000 | 24 |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 26 |
| 2023 | $73,000 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 25, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630569349100518
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-2610373
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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