McCullough Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McCullough Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $115,150 in 64 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $17,000. 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$115,150
- Number of grants64
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$17,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2024 was up from $74,875 the year before.
34% of its 2024 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 | $74,875 | 53 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $115,150 | 64 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
McCullough Foundation 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 McCullough Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 22 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 26 | $49,550 |
| Vermont | 1 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 8 | $13,100 |
| Illinois | 1 | $9,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $6,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $5,100 |
| Oregon | 1 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $3,100 |
| Rhode Island | 4 | $2,750 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Stonington Congregational Church | For operations | $17,000 |
| Park McCullough House | For operations | $15,000 |
| World Bicycle Relief | For operations | $9,000 |
| Chikumbuso | For operations | $5,700 |
| Imba | For operations | $5,000 |
| Amer Friends Svc Comm-Afsc Dev FD | For operations | $4,000 |
| Mercy Corps | For operations | $4,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | For operations | $4,000 |
| Connecticut Foodshare | For operations | $3,000 |
| Trust for Public Lands | For operations | $3,000 |
| United Way of SE Connecticut | For operations | $3,000 |
| Wheeler Library | For operations | $3,000 |
| Garde Arts Center | For operations | $2,500 |
| Oceana | For operations | $2,500 |
| Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center Tranportation Program | For operations | $2,500 |
| The Nature Conservancy of Connecticut | For operations | $2,500 |
| American Red Cross of Connecticut | For operations | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross | For operations | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | For operations | $2,000 |
| Finca | For operations | $2,000 |
| Groton Open Space | For operations | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | For operations | $2,000 |
| Lycoming College | For operations | $2,000 |
| Population Connection | For operations | $2,000 |
| North Stonington PTO | For operations | $1,600 |
| Habitat for Humanity Sect | For operations | $1,500 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | For operations | $1,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | For operations | $1,000 |
| Warm | For operations | $1,000 |
| Westerly Friends Meeting | For operations | $1,000 |
| Chorus of Westerly | For operations | $500 |
| Sandy Hook Promise | For operations | $500 |
| Save the Sound | For operations | $500 |
| Sierra Club - Nat'l Headquarters | For operations | $500 |
| North Stonington Historical Society | For operations | $400 |
| North Stonington Education Foundation | For operations | $300 |
| Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center | For operations | $250 |
| Friends of Harkness | For operations | $250 |
| People for the American Way Foundation | For operations | $250 |
| The Xerces Society | For operations | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- John McCullough Turner Jr
- Leland J Turner
- Gregory C Turner
Questions people ask
Does McCullough Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McCullough Foundation give?
$115,150 in tax year 2024, across 64 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs McCullough Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John McCullough Turner Jr (Trustee), Leland J Turner (Trustee) and Gregory C Turner (Trustee).
What does McCullough Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and human services.