The Coovert Foundation

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Private Foundation
ST LOUIS, MissouriSmallEIN: 431300565
Community CentersHuman ServicesEducation Nonprofits

This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various community needs through charitable disbursements. Its mission centers on providing financial assistance to a range of causes, including education, human services, and community engagement. The foundation primarily serves local organizations and initiatives, indicating a strong commitment to enhancing community welfare. It has a notable focus on educational institutions and faith-based organizations, reflecting its values of support and empowerment. While it operates mainly within a specific region, its funding also extends to select initiatives outside its primary geographic area.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026

Ideal Applicant

A local or regional nonprofit (often in Missouri) with programs in community services, education, or local faith/educational institutions and with a connection or introduction into the foundation’s local network.

Good Fit

  • Located in Missouri or with demonstrable St. Louis-area ties.
  • Mission in education, community services, or similar local human-service activities.
  • Existing relationship or warm introduction to foundation leadership or previously funded organizations.
  • Capacity to accept mid-sized grants (roughly $1,000–$50,000).
  • Reputation or partnership history with local intermediaries or donor-advised funds.

Geography

Moderate

Latest observed giving is concentrated in Missouri (about 80% of dollars) but includes awards in three other states, so the footprint is primarily local with limited multi-state activity.

Recipient Variety

Moderate

The latest year shows seven distinct recipients (seven grants), indicating a moderate spread of independent beneficiaries, though dollars are highly concentrated among the top recipients.

New Applicants

Restrictive

Although the latest year’s grants were to new recipients, the foundation explicitly limits grants to preselected recipients and offers no public application route; with two years of behavior showing high concentration and a closed stated process, unsolicited new applicants are unlikely to gain entry.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026