Julia M Cullen Foundation
Accepts applications
Julia M Cullen Foundation is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,550 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,300. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$91,550
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,300
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $81,250 the year before.
30% 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 | $80,600 | 9 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $81,250 | 9 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $91,550 | 11 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Anne Sullivan Polino 103 Larchmont Road, Buffalo, NY 14214 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (716) 860-1937 |
| What to submit | Letter describing purpose of grant |
| Restrictions | The primary purpose is education |
What Julia M Cullen Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $91,550 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Canisius High School | Scholarship | $20,300 |
| Mt Mercy Academy | Scholarship | $20,000 |
| Bison Childrens Scholarship Fund | Scholarship | $15,000 |
| Our Lady of Victory School | General contribution | $8,000 |
| St Joseph University Parish School | Educational purposes | $8,000 |
| Harvest House | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| St Joseph University Parish - Ub Campus Ministry | Campus ministry | $3,500 |
| Bcat | Request for donation/education | $2,500 |
| St Benedict's | Request for donation/education | $2,500 |
| Summit | Request for donation/education | $1,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Anne Sullivan Polino
- Jane M O' Sullivan
Questions people ask
Does Julia M Cullen Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Julia M Cullen Foundation give?
$91,550 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Julia M Cullen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anne Sullivan Polino (Trustee) and Jane M O' Sullivan (Trustee).
What does Julia M Cullen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.