Cathedral Fund
Preselected recipients only
Cathedral Fund is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $1.0 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.0 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 | $400,000 | 1 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 6 | $8.1 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 6 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Cathedral 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.
What Cathedral Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $880,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lifebox Foundation | General support | $1.0 million |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | General support | $480,000 |
| Fitchburg Art Museum | General support | $300,000 |
| Denver Art Museum | General support | $100,000 |
| Riverbend (Formerly Lowell House) | General support | $100,000 |
| Hijas del Campo | General support | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frances Hamill
Questions people ask
Does Cathedral Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cathedral Fund give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Cathedral Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Frances Hamill (Trustee).
What does Cathedral Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.