The Fannie Cox Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fannie Cox Foundation is a private foundation in Southboro, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $1.6 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$1.6 million
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.5 million the year before.
18% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3.5 million | 19 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 17 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
The Fannie Cox 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 Fannie Cox Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $1.6 million |
| Massachusetts | 12 | $175,900 |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends' Central School | Annual fund, ecology and biodiversity program, visiting scientist program | $1.6 million |
| Computer History Museum | Annual fund | $100,000 |
| Boston Lyric Opera | '23-'24 season | $50,000 |
| American Repertory Theater | Annual fund | $25,000 |
| Museum of Science | Annual fund | $25,000 |
| The Barnstormers Inc | Annual fund | $25,000 |
| The Huntington Theatre | Annual fund | $25,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts - Boston | Patron sponsor | $21,500 |
| Metropolitan Opera Association | Premiere circle benefactor -'24-'25 season | $20,000 |
| Fcs-Summer Science Program | Program john gruber | $15,600 |
| American Heritage Museum | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Boston Public Library Associates | Annual appeal | $5,000 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Harvard College Fund | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Southborough Community Fund | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| WGBH Annual Fund | Annual fund | $2,400 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | Fy24 appeal | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gardner C Hendrie
Questions people ask
Does The Fannie Cox Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fannie Cox Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Fannie Cox Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gardner C Hendrie (Trustee).
What does The Fannie Cox Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and arts and culture.