Ocean State Cancer Crushers
Preselected recipients only
Ocean State Cancer Crushers is a private foundation in Exeter, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,841 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $10,420 and the largest $18,705. 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$20,841
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$10,420
- Largest grant$18,705
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $25,261 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25,261 | 2 | $2,246 |
| 2025 | $20,841 | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
Ocean State Cancer Crushers 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 Ocean State Cancer Crushers funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $20,841 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pan Mass Challenge | Research for a cure for cancer | $18,705 |
| Dana Farber | Donation towards cancer research | $2,136 |
Officers and trustees
- Sharon Hartley
- Paul Hartley
- Paula DeRuosi
- Michelle Vincent
Questions people ask
Does Ocean State Cancer Crushers accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ocean State Cancer Crushers give?
$20,841 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $10,420.
Who runs Ocean State Cancer Crushers?
Its 2025 filing lists Sharon Hartley (President), Paul Hartley (Vice President), Paula DeRuosi (Treasurer) and Michelle Vincent (Secretary).
What does Ocean State Cancer Crushers fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.