The Gunk Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gunk Foundation is a private foundation in Woodstock, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $326,141 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $222,341. 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$326,141
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$222,341
- Assets$103,112
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $196,500 the year before.
80% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $196,500 | 3 | $11,969 |
| 2024 | $326,141 | 10 | $103,112 |
How to apply
The Gunk 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 Gunk Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $301,141 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center for Photography at Woodstock | General operating support | $222,341 |
| Blue Marble Projectalex Matthiessen | To raise awareness about the impacts of the congestion pricing tolling method in nyc | $60,000 |
| Bank of America Charitable Gift Fund | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Collar Works | Artist residency program, seed funding | $5,000 |
| Photowork Foundation | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Scenic Hudson | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Womens Studio Workshop | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Steven Myron Holl Foundation | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Bon-Odori | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Byrdcliffe Theatre Company | General operating support | $800 |
Officers and trustees
- Nadine Lemmon
- Philip Underdown
Questions people ask
Does The Gunk Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gunk Foundation give?
$326,141 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Gunk Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nadine Lemmon (Executive Director) and Philip Underdown (Chief Financial Officer).
What does The Gunk Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.