The Gustavo Posse Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gustavo Posse Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $140,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$140,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was down from $145,000 the year before.
30% 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 | $145,000 | 24 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $140,000 | 21 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
The Gustavo Posse 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 Gustavo Posse Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California. It also paid $125,000 in 18 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utu | Education grant | $10,000 |
| The Catholic Conventode Sta | General support | $10,000 |
| Malba - Museo de Arte Latinoamericano | General support | $10,000 |
| Louvre Museum | General support | $10,000 |
| Elementary School 9 | Education grant | $10,000 |
| Catholic Archdiocese of Maldonado | General support | $10,000 |
| Buenos Aires Cricket & Rugby Club | General support | $10,000 |
| Vatican Museums | General support | $5,000 |
| Unhcr | General support | $5,000 |
| Sociedad Rural | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Sheldrick Wildlife Trust USA | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Public Library of Town Fraile Muerto | General support | $5,000 |
| La Vida Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Elementary School 55 | Education grant | $5,000 |
| Elementary School 19 | Education grant | $5,000 |
| Elementary School #100 | Education grant | $5,000 |
| Elementary School #89 | Education grant | $5,000 |
| Elementary School #76 | Education grant | $5,000 |
| Elementary School #9 | Education grant | $5,000 |
| Elementary School #66 | Education grant | $5,000 |
| Elementary School #36 | Education grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gustavo Posse
- Aurelia Grizzi
Questions people ask
Does The Gustavo Posse Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gustavo Posse Foundation give?
$140,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Gustavo Posse Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gustavo Posse (Trustee) and Aurelia Grizzi (Trustee).
What does The Gustavo Posse Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and faith communities.