The Gary & Sharon Curhan Family Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Gary & Sharon Curhan Family Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lincoln, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,009 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $8,408. 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$26,009
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$8,408
- Assets$4,434
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $23,504 the year before.
21% of its 2025 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 | $20,888 | 14 | $5,870 |
| 2024 | $23,504 | 15 | $7,442 |
| 2025 | $26,009 | 14 | $4,434 |
How to apply
The Gary & Sharon Curhan Family Charitable 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 The Gary & Sharon Curhan Family Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $13,558 |
| New York | 3 | $7,000 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $3,451 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Emunah | General fund | $8,408 |
| Crohn's and Colitis Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Combined Jewish Philanthopies | General fund | $2,500 |
| Jhonnycake Center | General fund | $2,000 |
| Congregation Beth David | General fund | $1,451 |
| Anti-Defamation League | General fund | $1,000 |
| Jewish Family and Children's Services | General fund | $1,000 |
| Project Bread | General fund | $1,000 |
| US Holocaust Museum | General fund | $1,000 |
| Trybal Gatherings | General fund | $1,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | General fund | $750 |
| Harvard Medical School | General fund | $500 |
| McLean Hospital | General fund | $200 |
| Narragansett Historical Society | General fund | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Curhan
- Sharon Curhan
- Joshua Curhan
Questions people ask
Does The Gary & Sharon Curhan Family Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gary & Sharon Curhan Family Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$26,009 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Gary & Sharon Curhan Family Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary Curhan (Director), Sharon Curhan (Director) and Joshua Curhan (Director).
What does The Gary & Sharon Curhan Family Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and health.