H Eric Cushing Foundation
Preselected recipients only
H Eric Cushing Foundation is a private foundation in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $219,640 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,023 and the largest $175,000. 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$219,640
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,023
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $193,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $263,000 | 11 | $5.8 million |
| 2023 | $193,000 | 10 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $219,640 | 8 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
H Eric Cushing 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 H Eric Cushing Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $175,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $31,546 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $11,046 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $533 |
| Utah | 1 | $515 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yale University | Education | $175,000 |
| New England College of Optometry | General welfare | $31,296 |
| Global Giving | General welfare | $10,000 |
| American Humane | General welfare | $1,046 |
| San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance | General welfare | $1,000 |
| Panthera | General welfare | $533 |
| Wildlife S O S | General welfare | $515 |
| Brookline Interative Group | General welfare | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Harvey Eric Cushing
Questions people ask
Does H Eric Cushing Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does H Eric Cushing Foundation give?
$219,640 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,023.
Who runs H Eric Cushing Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Harvey Eric Cushing (Trustee).
What does H Eric Cushing Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and environment and conservation.