Cardinal Brook Trust
Preselected recipients only
Cardinal Brook Trust is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$149 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $24,625 the year before.
83% 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 | $24,625 | 5 | $110 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 12 | $149 million |
How to apply
Cardinal Brook Trust 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 Cardinal Brook Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 12 | $2.3 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Johnson Family Gift Fund - Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund | For general support | $1.0 million |
| Mt Grace Land Trust | For general support | $600,000 |
| Mass General | For general support | $500,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Vision Fellowship | For general support | $90,000 |
| Harvard College Schoolyard Project | For general support | $40,000 |
| The Village School on the Common | For educational purposes | $20,000 |
| Quabbin Food Connector | For general support | $10,000 |
| Island Housing Trust | For general support | $8,379 |
| New England Public Radio | For general support | $5,000 |
| Stillpoint Martha's Vineyard Inc | For general support | $5,000 |
| Tri-Parish Community Church | For general support | $5,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Community Services | For community programs | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hannah Johnson
- Nathan Davis
- Jacob Davis
- Rebecca Aures
- Karen Davis
- David Davis
Questions people ask
Does Cardinal Brook Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cardinal Brook Trust give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Cardinal Brook Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Hannah Johnson (Trustee), Nathan Davis (Trustee), Jacob Davis (Trustee) and Rebecca Aures (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Cardinal Brook Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.