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Science for Monks

Preselected recipients only Boston, Massachusetts · EIN 473217838

Science for Monks is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $11,494 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.

From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.

Giving by year

Tax yearGrants paidNumber of grantsAssets
2023$00$545,566
2024$11,4943$251,845

How to apply

Science for Monks 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.

IRS filings on ProPublica

What Science for Monks funds

Grants paid in 2024

All 3 grants
RecipientPurposeAmount
Dzongkar ChoedeMonastery to buy equipment for their new science center$5,000
Geden Choeling NunneryMini grant for building the science center$5,000
Drepung GomangScience centre that organized an exchange program with college students$1,494

Officers and trustees

As listed in Part VIII of the 2024 filing.

Questions people ask

Does Science for Monks accept grant applications?

No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.

How much does Science for Monks give?

$11,494 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.

Who runs Science for Monks?

Its 2024 filing lists Patrick Hogan (President), Bobby Sager (Chairman), Tess Hogan (Director) and Geshe Lhakdor (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.

What does Science for Monks fund?

Based on its grants, mainly international, science and research and education.

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