The Hurd Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hurd Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $102,358 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,091 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$102,358
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,091
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $142,091 the year before.
46% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $41,001 | 25 | $850,411 |
| 2023 | $142,091 | 29 | $951,607 |
| 2024 | $102,358 | 22 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Hurd Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Hurd Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $59,385 |
| California | 4 | $14,956 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $12,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $7,814 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,132 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,027 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $600 |
| Missouri | 1 | $550 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $420 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge in America | To help foster philantrhopic engagement | $50,000 |
| American Film Institute | Celebrating the execellence of art and create education incentives | $10,000 |
| Arizona State University Foundation | Support education | $10,000 |
| Crew | Democracy investigation and conservation | $7,000 |
| Sag Harbor Cinema Arts Center Inc | Presenting the history of movies while preserving the communal experience | $6,000 |
| The Conversation | Preserving public discourse | $5,220 |
| Media Matters for America | To support the correction of misinformation in the u.s. Media | $5,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | Independent science | $2,594 |
| Hammer Museum | Art conservation | $2,500 |
| Wikimedia | Peservation of information | $1,456 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | To help the advance education | $1,132 |
| Give A Kid A Dream | Supporting underprivileged youth | $1,050 |
| Pro Publica Inc | To expose the betrayals of public trust | $1,035 |
| Mt Free Press | Support investigative journalism | $1,027 |
| Jewish Center for Justice | To empower leaders to build a more compassionate and just society | $1,000 |
| The Associated Press | To advance journalism | $1,000 |
| Ballotpediaorg | Assist public to find accurate information needed to make voting decisions | $600 |
| Miriam School and Learning Center | To support support a specialized educational approach for students with learning differences | $550 |
| Beads for Education | Support education | $420 |
| Galapagos Conservancy | Land conservation | $374 |
| Democracy Now | Democracy aid | $300 |
| Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation of the United States Inc | To eliminate the challenges of childhood brain tumors | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Gale Anne Hurd
- Julie Thomson
Questions people ask
Does The Hurd Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hurd Foundation give?
$102,358 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,091.
Who runs The Hurd Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gale Anne Hurd (President) and Julie Thomson (Secretary).
What does The Hurd Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.