Business. Jobs. People.
Cook Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to expanding opportunity and building stronger communities.
Our work is centered on three priorities: economic development, workforce development, and education & community development.
We bring together residents, businesses, employers, educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and community partners to connect people with resources and create opportunities for long-term success.
Our Mission
To strengthen communities by expanding economic opportunity, connecting people to jobs and careers, and providing education and resources that help youth, seniors, and families thrive.
Our Three Pillars
Economic Development
Businesses. Investment. Property.
We support entrepreneurship, local businesses, investment, and community development that help create stronger local economies.
Workforce Development
Jobs. Careers. Skills.
We connect people with jobs, training, career pathways, employers, and skills that can lead to greater economic opportunity.
Education & Community Development
Youth. Seniors. Families.
We connect youth, seniors, and families with education, resources, programs, partnerships, and opportunities that strengthen individuals and communities.
Our Approach
Cook Foundation works through partnerships. We collaborate with businesses, schools, employers, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders to identify needs, connect resources, and develop programs that create measurable community impact.
Our Vision
Communities where businesses can grow, people can build meaningful careers, and youth, seniors, and families have access to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.
Community First
Strong communities are built by investing in people.
Whether we are helping connect a resident with a career opportunity, supporting a local business, creating educational opportunities for young people, or connecting families and seniors with resources, our focus remains the same:
Help Us Build Stronger Communities
People first. Opportunity always. Community stronger.
Partner with Cook Foundation to create more opportunities for businesses, workers, youth, seniors, and families.