Arthur Cunningham Scholarship Fund
Preselected recipients only
Arthur Cunningham Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,000 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $6,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$52,000
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$922,941
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2025 was up from $39,500 the year before.
48% of its 2025 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 | $36,000 | 20 | $793,998 |
| 2024 | $39,500 | 19 | $873,502 |
| 2025 | $52,000 | 31 | $922,941 |
How to apply
Arthur Cunningham Scholarship Fund 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 Arthur Cunningham Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 19 | $31,250 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $6,750 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $5,750 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $3,750 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,250 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
Officers and trustees
- Frank Muzio
- Eastern Bank
Questions people ask
Does Arthur Cunningham Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arthur Cunningham Scholarship Fund give?
$52,000 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Arthur Cunningham Scholarship Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank Muzio (Co-Trustee) and Eastern Bank (Co-Trustee).
What does Arthur Cunningham Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.