Cumming Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cumming Foundation is a private foundation in Jackson, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $515,655 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $6,492 and the largest $500,000. 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$515,655
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$6,492
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$279 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $524,857 the year before.
50% 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 | $524,857 | 5 | $225 million |
| 2024 | $515,655 | 4 | $279 million |
How to apply
Cumming 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 Cumming Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 4 | $515,655 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Utah | Support to john a. Morgan eye center, cumming presidential endowed chair | $500,000 |
| University of Utah | In kind donation, luncheon hosted by cf for the turock event, ascent family planning elevated university of utah | $6,659 |
| University of Utah | In kind donation, luncheon hosted by cf for the microbiome luncheon | $6,326 |
| The Nature Conservancy of Utah | in kind donation, luncheon | $2,670 |
Officers and trustees
- Annette P Cumming
- Cathy Handley
- David E Cumming
- Jessica Grant
- John D Cumming
Questions people ask
Does Cumming Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cumming Foundation give?
$515,655 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $6,492.
Who runs Cumming Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Annette P Cumming (VP, Trustee, and Executive Director), Cathy Handley (Treasurer), David E Cumming (Trustee and President) and Jessica Grant (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Cumming Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.