Francis and Rosalind Cuss Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Francis and Rosalind Cuss Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bernardsville, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $116,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$116,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $136,000 the year before.
22% 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 | $105,247 | 9 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $136,000 | 10 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $116,000 | 11 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Francis and Rosalind Cuss 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 Francis and Rosalind Cuss Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Jersey. It also paid $36,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 4 | $45,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| King's College | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Montclair State University Fdn | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Sisters of Christian Charity | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| RVCC Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| National Public Radio | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| St Benedicts School | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Diocese of Metuchen-Bishop's Appeal | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| To Make a Village Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Francis Cuss
- Rosalind Cuss
- Jonathan Cuss
Questions people ask
Does Francis and Rosalind Cuss Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Francis and Rosalind Cuss Foundation Inc give?
$116,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Francis and Rosalind Cuss Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Francis Cuss (Pres/Treas), Rosalind Cuss (VP/Secretary) and Jonathan Cuss (VP).
What does Francis and Rosalind Cuss Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and faith communities.