David and Kirsten Cunningham Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David and Kirsten Cunningham Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $471,498 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $20,204 and the largest $78,381. 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$471,498
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$20,204
- Largest grant$78,381
- Assets$12.9 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $243,821 the year before.
38% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $243,821 | 12 | $11.1 million |
| 2024 | $471,498 | 16 | $12.9 million |
How to apply
David and Kirsten Cunningham Charitable 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 David and Kirsten Cunningham Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 15 | $470,998 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $78,381 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | Unrestricted for general use | $75,146 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | Unrestricted for general use | $52,834 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $50,259 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $49,834 |
| St Isaac Jogues | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $40,282 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $25,207 |
| Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $25,207 |
| Breakthrough Urban Ministries | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $15,202 |
| Carenet Pregnancy Services of Dupage County Inc | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $15,202 |
| Inspiration Corporation | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $15,202 |
| Misericordia | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $15,202 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $10,040 |
| Butterfield Scholarship Program | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $2,000 |
| The O'Brien School for the Massai | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $1,000 |
| The Ability Experience | Unrestricted for general use of charity | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kirsten Cunningham
- David Cunningham
- Brooke Desapio
Questions people ask
Does David and Kirsten Cunningham Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David and Kirsten Cunningham Charitable Foundation give?
$471,498 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $20,204.
Who runs David and Kirsten Cunningham Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kirsten Cunningham (Secretary), David Cunningham (President) and Brooke Desapio (Treasurer).
What does David and Kirsten Cunningham Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.