Probalistic Computing Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Probalistic Computing Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $10.8 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $300,000 and the largest $9.5 million. 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$10.8 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$300,000
- Largest grant$9.5 million
- Assets$20.8 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $235,000 the year before.
80% 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 | $1.0 million | 1 | $13.6 million |
| 2024 | $235,000 | 2 | $24.9 million |
| 2025 | $10.8 million | 5 | $20.8 million |
How to apply
Probalistic Computing 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.
What Probalistic Computing Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts. It also paid $300,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $10.3 million |
| New York | 1 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Convergent Research | Data and computer sciences; research | $9.5 million |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Data and computer sciences; research | $650,000 |
| ETH Zurich Foundation USA Inc | Data and computer sciences; research | $300,000 |
| Roy Institute for the Advancement of Learning McGill University | Data and computer sciences; research | $300,000 |
| Science and Technology Futures | Data and computer sciences; research | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vikash Mansignhka
- Adam Marblestone
- Sara Rendortorff-Smith
- Santiago Suarez
- Josh Tenebaum
- Philip Butler
Questions people ask
Does Probalistic Computing Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Probalistic Computing Foundation Inc give?
$10.8 million in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $300,000.
Who runs Probalistic Computing Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Vikash Mansignhka (Director), Adam Marblestone (Director), Sara Rendortorff-Smith (Director (end 2025)) and Santiago Suarez (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Probalistic Computing Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research.