The Cameron and Hayden Lord Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cameron and Hayden Lord Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $55,000 and the largest $1.1 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$55,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $191,500 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $94,250 | 3 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $191,500 | 5 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 6 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Cameron and Hayden Lord 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Cameron and Hayden Lord Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $1.1 million |
| New York | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | General support | $1.1 million |
| Dreamyard | General support | $1.0 million |
| Nat'l Coalition for Hospice Palliat | General support | $100,000 |
| Courageous Parents Network | General support | $10,000 |
| The Children's Room | General purposes | $3,000 |
| The Umb Foundation | Genetic disease reseach | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles P Lord
- Blyth T Lord
- Evelyn M Taylor
- Thomas P Lord
- Alison Lord
Questions people ask
Does The Cameron and Hayden Lord Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cameron and Hayden Lord Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $55,000.
Who runs The Cameron and Hayden Lord Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles P Lord (Director), Blyth T Lord (Secretary), Evelyn M Taylor (Director) and Thomas P Lord (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Cameron and Hayden Lord Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.