Robert F Cummings Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert F Cummings Jr Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $91,100 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $32,500. 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$91,100
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$32,500
- Assets$770,429
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $43,250 the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $44,265 | 8 | $517,768 |
| 2023 | $43,250 | 8 | $645,429 |
| 2024 | $91,100 | 10 | $770,429 |
How to apply
Robert F Cummings Jr 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 Robert F Cummings Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $90,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital For Special Nursing | General purpose | $32,500 |
| NYU Langone Health System | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Alternative School for Math and Science | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Nightingale Bamford School | General purpose | $5,000 |
| James B Lee Scholarship | General purpose | $2,500 |
| The James C Ferrer Education Fund Inc | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Schwarzman Animal Medical Center | General purpose | $2,000 |
| The Thirteen | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Mohonasen Foundation for Excellence | General purpose | $500 |
| South Florida PBS | General purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert F Cummings Jr
- Diane Benson Cummings
Questions people ask
Does Robert F Cummings Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert F Cummings Jr Foundation give?
$91,100 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Robert F Cummings Jr Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert F Cummings Jr (Trustee) and Diane Benson Cummings (Trustee).
What does Robert F Cummings Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.