The Walter M Cunningham Education Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Walter M Cunningham Education Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $6,250 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $2,250. 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$6,250
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$2,250
- Assets$96,515
Giving in 2025 was down from $10,250 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9,000 | 5 | $84,788 |
| 2024 | $10,250 | 6 | $88,662 |
| 2025 | $6,250 | 7 | $96,515 |
How to apply
The Walter M Cunningham Education 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 Walter M Cunningham Education Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 7 | $6,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,250 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $250 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $250 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $250 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Nadeau
- Susan Merrill
- Chad Hill
- Danial Perry
- Darryl Fenn
- Christopher Donoghue
- Sean Ireland
- Evan Wood
Questions people ask
Does The Walter M Cunningham Education Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Walter M Cunningham Education Foundation give?
$6,250 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs The Walter M Cunningham Education Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Nadeau (West Fed Rep), Susan Merrill (Admin Secret), Chad Hill (Chair) and Danial Perry (NSPS Rep) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Walter M Cunningham Education Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.