Private foundation · EIN 87-0440091 · Jackson, Wyoming · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Cumming Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 4 grants paid, $516K total, median $6,492.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
4
$516K
Median grant
$6,492
Stays in WY
—
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$243M

Grants paid in 2024

4 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
University of UtahSalt Lake City, UTSupport to john a. morgan eye center, cumming presidential endowed chair$500K
University of UtahSalt Lake City, UTIn kind donation, luncheon hosted by cf for the turock event, ascent family planning elevated university of utah$6,659
University of UtahSalt Lake City, UTIn kind donation, luncheon hosted by cf for the microbiome luncheon$6,326
The Nature Conservancy of UtahSalt Lake City, UTin kind donation, luncheon$2,670

About this foundation

Cumming Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Jackson, Wyoming, administered in care of Cathy Handley, tax-exempt since 1987. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Cumming Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Cumming Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $516K across 4 grants, a median of $6,492.

Where does Cumming Foundation give?

Utah (4 grants), per its latest filing.

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