Frances & Dawson Cooper Educational Trust
Historical FunderGatesville, Texas · EIN 74-6494283 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,500 and $9,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Trust |
|---|---|
| Address | 205 South Lovers Lane, Gatesville TX 76528 |
| Phone | 2548657251 |
| Form and materials | PERSONAL TAX RETURNS OF APPLICANT AND PARENTS, PERSONAL EMPLOYMENT AND SALARY RECORDS OF APPLICANT AND PARENT RESIDENCE VERIFICATION, PROOF OF GPA, HOURS COMPLETED. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED FROM JANUARY 1 TO MAY 15. |
| Restrictions | ANTICIPATED COSTS OF TUITION, FEES, AND BOOKS CANNOT BE EXCEEDED. COST OF DORMS/HOUSING MAY NOT BE INCLUDED. FUNDS ARE PAID DIRECTLY TO THE SCHOOL OF CHOICE. ANY REFUNDS WILL BE PAID BACK TO THE TRUST. THE TRUST MUST STAY INFORMED OF CURRENT ADDRESS, EMPLOYMENT, AND EDUCATIONAL STATUS UNTIL GRADUATION OR REPAYMENT OBLIGATIONS HAVE BEEN SATISFIED. |
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
0% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Am University | College Station, TX | Scholarship | $9,500 |
| Texas Tech University - Georgia Rog | Lubbock, TX | Scholarship | $9,500 |
| Texas Am University - James Grant E | College Station, TX | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| University of North Texas - Kennedy | Denton, TX | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Texas Am University | College Station, TX | Scholarship | $4,500 |
| Texas Tech University | Lubbock, TX | Scholarship | $4,321 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $37,821 | 6 |
| 2024 | $48,528 | 10 |
| 2023 | $13,085 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621039349100427
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-6494283
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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