The Jurassic Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Jurassic Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Newton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $19,785 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,395 and the largest $3,000. 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$19,785
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,395
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$97,123
Giving in 2024 was down from $20,264 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $20,264 | 9 | $119,291 |
| 2024 | $19,785 | 9 | $97,123 |
How to apply
The Jurassic 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Jurassic Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina. It also paid $12,946 in 6 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,839 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scientific research and education | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scientific research and education | $2,800 |
| Individual | Scientific research and education | $2,468 |
| Individual | Scientific research and education | $2,400 |
| Individual | Scientific research and education | $2,395 |
| Individual | Scientific research and education | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scientific research and education | $1,839 |
| Individual | Scientific research and education | $1,533 |
| Individual | Scientific research and education | $1,350 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Lindsay Zanno
- Dr Corwin Sullivan
- Agustin de Ganzo
- Charlotte Hohman
- Cecilia Apaldetti
- Dr Kristi Curry Rogers
- Dr M Eugenia L Gold
- Dr Randall Irmis
- Dr Steve Salisbury
- Dr Yoshitsugu Kobayashi
Questions people ask
Does The Jurassic Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jurassic Foundation Inc give?
$19,785 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,395.
Who runs The Jurassic Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Dr Lindsay Zanno (President), Dr Corwin Sullivan (Treasurer), Agustin de Ganzo (Communications Director) and Charlotte Hohman (Communications Director) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does The Jurassic Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and international.