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Cullen Foundation of Western New York

Buffalo, New York  ·  EIN 870849992  ·  Private foundation

Cullen Foundation of Western New York is a New York-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $5.2M in annual giving against $137.1M in assets. This page documents the 223 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Cullen Foundation of Western New York — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$5.2M
Annual giving (FY2024)
$137.1M
Total assets
223
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Cullen Foundation of Western New York funds

Cullen Foundation of Western New York's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, community improvement, early childhood education, education, and related causes.

Adult EducationArts & CultureCommunity ImprovementEarly Childhood EducationEducationEnvironment & ConservationFaith-Based (Jewish)Higher EducationK-12 EducationLibraries & Literacy

Populations it has supported include children, families, hispanic communities, older adults, women girls, youth pop.

childrenfamilieshispanic communitiesolder adultswomen girlsyouth pop

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Cullen Foundation of Western New York, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Tntp
BUFFALO URBAN TEACHING FELLOWS (BUTF)
New York, NY$600K2023
Kleinhans Music Hall Management Inc
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS OF HISTORIC CONCERT HALL
Buffalo, NY$400K2023
Tntp
GEN OP: BUFFALO URBAN TEACHING FELLOWS PRGM
New York, NY$400K2024
Say Yes Buffalo Scholarship Inc
PROGRAM SUPPORT: 2024 SAY YES SUMMER CAMP
Buffalo, NY$325K2024
Say Yes Buffalo Scholarship Inc
2023 SAY YES BUFFALO SUMMER CAMP INITIATIVE
Buffalo, NY$300K2023
Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School
PROGRAM & CAPACITY BLDG; GOOD-TO-GREAT SUPPORT
Buffalo, NY$300K2023
City Year Inc
PROGRAM SUPPORT & GENERAL OPERATING
Boston, MA$250K2023
Education Collaborative of Wny
TUITION SUPPORT OF 2023-24 HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARS
Buffalo, NY$217K2023
Education Collaborative of Wny
CULLEN SCHOLARS 2024-2025 TUITION SUPPORT
Buffalo, NY$213K2024
Brick Education Network
BRICK BUFFALO ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL START UP FUNDS
Newark, NJ$200K2024
Brick Education Network
BRICK BUFFALO ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (BBACS) IN EAST BUFFALO
Newark, NJ$200K2023
Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago
2023-24 EXTERNAL EVALUATION OF CULLEN SAP GRANTEES
Chicago, IL$163K2023
Chapin Hall Center for Children
2024-25 EXTERNAL EVALUATION OF CULLEN SAP GRANTEES
Chicago, IL$150K2024
Buffalo Commons Charter School
BUFFALO COMMONS EARLY LITERACY CURRICULUM
Buffalo, NY$116K2024
Brick Education Network
EARLY LITERACY PROGRAM CURRICULUM AT BRICK BUFFALO
Newark, NJ$112K2024

Cullen Foundation of Western New York giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2023$5.0M
2024$5.2M

How to apply for funding from Cullen Foundation of Western New York

From Cullen Foundation of Western New York's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:

“SUBMISSION DATES VARY PER YEAR BUT GENERALLY, LOI PROCESS BEGINS IN JANUARY AND JULY OF EACH YEAR.”

Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything. You can review the foundation directly at thecullenfoundation.org.

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Frequently asked questions about Cullen Foundation of Western New York

Does Cullen Foundation of Western New York accept grant applications?
Yes — Cullen Foundation of Western New York's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
What does Cullen Foundation of Western New York fund?
Cullen Foundation of Western New York's grants focus on adult education. Recent recipients include Tntp, Kleinhans Music Hall Management Inc, Tntp. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Cullen Foundation of Western New York give in grants?
Cullen Foundation of Western New York reported $5.2M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2024). Across all years in our data it has awarded $10.2M over 223 grants.
Where is Cullen Foundation of Western New York located?
Cullen Foundation of Western New York is based in Buffalo, New York. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 870849992.
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About this profile. This page is built from Cullen Foundation of Western New York's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Cullen Foundation of Western New York. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.