The Cunningham-Gardiner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cunningham-Gardiner Foundation is a private foundation in Scarborough, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $47,600 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $600 and the largest $10,000. 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$47,600
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$600
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$816,141
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $31,400 the year before.
46% 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 | $31,250 | 29 | $666,805 |
| 2024 | $31,400 | 22 | $735,012 |
| 2025 | $47,600 | 35 | $816,141 |
How to apply
The Cunningham-Gardiner 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 The Cunningham-Gardiner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $13,600 |
| Vermont | 15 | $11,350 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 2 | $9,000 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $1,300 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,050 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $600 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $400 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Horse Park at Woodside | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Friends of Huddart & Wunderlich Parks | Charitable | $4,000 |
| United Hospital Fund | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Vermont Food Bank | Charitable | $2,900 |
| Planned Parenthood Mar Monte | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Historic Hudson Valley | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Jacob Burns Film Center | Charitable | $1,500 |
| MCC Theater | Charitable | $1,300 |
| Weston Theater Compnay | Charitable | $1,300 |
| Landgrove Meeting House | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Woodlea Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Smokey House | Charitable | $900 |
| Friends of the Vermont Conference | Charitable | $800 |
| Burr & Burton | Charitable | $700 |
| Yulmoney Drum | Charitable | $700 |
| 2nd Congregational Church of Londonderry | Charitable | $600 |
| Grace Cottage Hospital | Charitable | $600 |
| Neighborhood Connections | Charitable | $600 |
| Neighbors Pantry Co Second Cong Church | Charitable | $600 |
| Londonderry Arts & Historical Society | Charitable | $500 |
| Londonderry Volunteer Rescue Squad | Charitable | $500 |
| The Londonderry Fire Departments | Charitable | $500 |
| Champion Fire Company | Charitable | $400 |
| Cheshire Medical Center | Charitable | $400 |
| Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center | Charitable | $400 |
| Phoenix Fire Company | Charitable | $400 |
| The Collaborative | Charitable | $400 |
| Gunston Hall | Charitable | $350 |
| Keewaydin Camps | Charitable | $300 |
| NSCD Dunbarton House | Charitable | $300 |
| Federated Garden Clubs of Vermont | Charitable | $250 |
| Hildene | Charitable | $200 |
| South Londonderry Free Library | Charitable | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Simons
- Thomas S Simons
- Martha G Dale
- Sarah S Rivers
Questions people ask
Does The Cunningham-Gardiner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cunningham-Gardiner Foundation give?
$47,600 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $600.
Who runs The Cunningham-Gardiner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Simons (Trustee), Thomas S Simons (Trustee), Martha G Dale (Trustee) and Sarah S Rivers (Trustee).
What does The Cunningham-Gardiner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and health.