Cobb Community Foundation Inc. is a public charity based in Atlanta, Georgia, serving as a catalyst for community improvement in and around Cobb County. Founded in 1993, the organization mobilizes people, ideas, and resources to enhance quality of life through collective giving, nonprofit empowerment, and community problem-solving initiatives.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$34.2M
+38.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$5.4M
+46.5% YoY
Grant Count
130
+23.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$41K
+18.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Be a catalyst for a thriving community—mobilizing people, ideas, and resources to improve quality of life in and around Cobb.
Vision: A thriving community of engaged, charitable citizens—where all people can access opportunities and achieve their greatest potential.
The foundation's work centers on three primary pillars:
- Collective Giving: Pooling resources through established funds and donor-advised funds to support community priorities
- Nonprofit Empowerment: Building leadership skills, growing long-term assets, and providing grant opportunities for nonprofit organizations
- Community Problem Solving: Sparking conversation and action to address Cobb's greatest challenges through initiatives like the Cobb Community Connection and Cobb Vital Signs projects
Primary funding areas include Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, and Human Services.
Grantmaking
The foundation operates multiple competitive grantmaking programs, with 2026 opportunities opening in late spring and summer. Active grant programs include:
Grant Range
s:** Typical awards range from $5,150 to $520,000.
How to Apply
** Nonprofits can access the grant portal through the foundation's website to submit applications during open funding periods.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
While the foundation's expertise and primary focus center on Cobb County, Georgia, grants from donor-advised funds can be made to any 501(c)(3) organization. Grant-making activity extends to Georgia, Texas, and Florida.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $34,228,701
- Annual Income: $32.7 million
- Annual Revenue: $17.7 million
- IRS Ruling Year: 2007
- EIN: 20-5652970
- Tax Status: 501(c)(3) public charity (50% deductibility limitation)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $34,228,701 | $24,793,612 | $22,816,588 |
| Revenue | $17,662,764 | $5,170,449 | $5,133,714 |
| Expenses | $7,262,977 | $5,507,191 | $2,532,838 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $1,029,411 | $906,425 | $611,246 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
243 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
8 open opportunities from Cobb Community Foundation Inc
Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP) Credential and Grant Program
COBB COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
Amount
US $5,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Cobb Community Foundation Scholarships
COBB COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Fostering Education Scholarship Fund Grant
COBB COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
Amount
US $2,000 - US $3,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- President & CEO: Ms. Shari B. Martin
- Donor Services Manager: Ms. Barbara Garner
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHARI MARTIN | PRESIDENT & CEO | 55 | $135,282 |
| CHRIS GRUEHN | CHAIR | 1.75 | — |
| SUSAN TILLERY | FIRST VICE CHAIR | 1.25 | — |
| TODD MCMULLEN | SECOND VICE CHAIR | 0.75 | — |
| LARRY STEVENS | SECOND VICE CHAIR | 1.25 | — |
| CHERYL RICHARDSON | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| CHARLIE BARNWELL | TREASURER | 1.5 | — |
| KIM GRESH | IMMEDIATE PAST BOARD CHAIR | 1.25 | — |
| JIM RHODEN | FOUNDING CHAIR | 1.25 | — |
| AL MARTIN | DIRECTOR | 0.75 | — |
| ALANA MUELLER | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| CAROLE COX | DIRECTOR | 0.75 | — |
| BOB BONSTEIN | DIRECTOR | 0.75 | — |
| LAUREN ABERNATHY | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| DAN BUYERS | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| DONNA KRUEGER | DIRECTOR | 0.75 | — |
| CARLOS RODGRIGUEZ | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| GASPAR RODRIGUEZ | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| KEN HARMON | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| DARION DUNN | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| STEVE IMLER | DIRECTOR | 1.25 | — |
| TERRI BUNTEN GUTHRIE | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| LEANA KART | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| TRAVIS REEVES | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| TREY SANDERS | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| CONDACE PRESSLEY | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| JULIE TEER | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| SHARON MASON | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| SID JONES | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
| MATT TEAGUE | DIRECTOR | 0.5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In 2024, the foundation awarded $59,000 in grants while creating new opportunities to support nonprofits serving Cobb County. The foundation continues to expand its grantmaking programs and has maintained strong financial performance with assets exceeding $34 million.
COBB COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AWARDS $105,000 IN GRANTS - Cobb FoundationThe organization holds a Four-Star rating with a 97% overall score, reflecting strong accountability, finance management, and organizational culture.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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