The Cause du Jour Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cause du Jour Foundation is a private foundation in Brookline, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.1 million and the largest $1.1 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.1 million
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$29.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 1 | $29.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 1 | $29.3 million |
How to apply
The Cause du Jour 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 The Cause du Jour Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Trust Partnership in Education for Early Learners Inc | School operations | $1.1 million |
Officers and trustees
- Laura B Trust
Questions people ask
Does The Cause du Jour Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cause du Jour Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.1 million.
Who runs The Cause du Jour Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laura B Trust (President).
What does The Cause du Jour Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.