Curiosity Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Curiosity Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,245 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $30,000. 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$32,245
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$651,126
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $29,530 the year before.
22% of its 2025 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 | $26,950 | 32 | $559,410 |
| 2024 | $29,530 | 21 | $213 |
| 2025 | $32,245 | 18 | $651,126 |
How to apply
Curiosity Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Curiosity Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 8 | $30,720 |
| California | 2 | $550 |
| Colorado | 2 | $300 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $225 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $200 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $200 |
| New York | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greentown Labs | Environmental | $30,000 |
| Sabal Foundation | Education | $300 |
| Fertile Edge Land Trust | Environmental | $250 |
| ME Childrens Alliance | Peace | $250 |
| Heet | Geothermal energy | $250 |
| Carbon 180 | Climate change | $200 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | Environmental | $200 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | Artistic | $150 |
| Museum of Science | Educational | $100 |
| Green Energy Consumers Alliance | Renewable energy | $100 |
| Gaza Soup Kitchen | Humanitarian | $100 |
| League of American Bicycllists | Bicycle safety | $75 |
| Boston Cyclists Union | General Fund | $50 |
| Greenpeace | General Fund | $50 |
| Mass Peace Action | General Fund | $50 |
| Amnesty International | Humanitarian | $50 |
| Future Earth | Sustainability | $50 |
| Peg MediaCCTV | Educational | $20 |
Officers and trustees
- Kameel Nasr
- Sammy Nasr
- Leslie Zebrowitz
Questions people ask
Does Curiosity Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Curiosity Foundation Inc give?
$32,245 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Curiosity Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Kameel Nasr (Director), Sammy Nasr (Board Memeber) and Leslie Zebrowitz (Board Member).
What does Curiosity Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.