The Tommy Fuss Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Tommy Fuss Fund is a private foundation in Wellesley, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.1 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $375,000 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$375,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$47.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
33% 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 | $891,672 | 5 | $41.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 4 | $45.3 million |
| 2025 | $2.1 million | 4 | $47.0 million |
How to apply
The Tommy Fuss Fund 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 Tommy Fuss Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $2.1 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University | Faculty of arts & sciences for the tommy fuss research fund | $1.2 million |
| Boston Children's Hospital | Tommy fuss center for neuropsychiatric disease research fund | $500,000 |
| McLean Hospital | Dr. Kerry ressler's research into anhedonia | $250,000 |
| McLean Hospital | Bill carlezon's work in the causes and treatments for depression | $150,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rosemary B Fuss
- Daniel J Fuss
- Christian Mucha
Questions people ask
Does The Tommy Fuss Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Tommy Fuss Fund give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $375,000.
Who runs The Tommy Fuss Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Rosemary B Fuss (Trustee), Daniel J Fuss (Trustee) and Christian Mucha (Trustee).
What does The Tommy Fuss Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and health.