The Lawrence & Junko Cushman Foundation Fka the Cushman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lawrence & Junko Cushman Foundation Fka the Cushman Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $323,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $115,000. 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$323,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$115,000
- Assets$8.1 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2024 was up from $283,000 the year before.
86% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $283,000 | 3 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $323,000 | 7 | $8.1 million |
How to apply
The Lawrence & Junko Cushman Foundation Fka the Cushman Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $220,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego Humane Society | General/unrestricted | $115,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation Inc | General/unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Feeding San Diego | General/unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Crisis House | General/unrestricted | $40,000 |
| The San Diego River Park Foundation | General/unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Equality California | General/unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Negro League Baseball Museum | General/unrestricted | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence M Cushman
- Janice M Ziegler
Questions people ask
Does The Lawrence & Junko Cushman Foundation Fka the Cushman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lawrence & Junko Cushman Foundation Fka the Cushman Family Foundation give?
$323,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Lawrence & Junko Cushman Foundation Fka the Cushman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lawrence M Cushman (President) and Janice M Ziegler (Secretary/Treasurer).