The Quercus Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Quercus Fund Inc is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $927,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $263,500 and the largest $350,000. 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$927,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$263,500
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$18.1 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $837,500 the year before.
75% 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 | $837,500 | 4 | $17.5 million |
| 2024 | $927,000 | 4 | $18.1 million |
How to apply
The Quercus Fund Inc 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 Quercus Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $350,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $327,000 |
| California | 1 | $200,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fellows of Harvard College | Ecological research & education | $350,000 |
| Highstead Foundation Inc | Research & education | $327,000 |
| Open Medicine Foundation | Healthcare research & education | $200,000 |
| Vna Health Group | Nursing education | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elisabeth C Dudley
- Henry C Dudley
- Sarah Dudley Plimpton
- Jane C Dudley
- Frank E Shanley
- Irina Fayman
- Christiane McNamara
Questions people ask
Does The Quercus Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Quercus Fund Inc give?
$927,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $263,500.
Who runs The Quercus Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Elisabeth C Dudley (President, Director), Henry C Dudley (Vice President, Treasurer, Director), Sarah Dudley Plimpton (Vice President, Director) and Jane C Dudley (Vice President, Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Quercus Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and health.