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Tenacre Foundation is a private association based in PRINCETON, NJ. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1937. The principal officer is % Catheryn Murdoch. It holds total assets of $379.5M. Annual income is reported at $215.9M. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING SERVICES - TENACRE FOUNDATION MAKES AVAILABLE THE RELIGIOUS MINISTRY OF CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FOR THOSE INDIVIDUALS CHOOSING TO RELY RADICALLY ON GOD FOR HEALING, AS TAUGHT IN CHRISTIAN SCIENCE, AND BY PROVIDING BENEVOLENCE TO DO SO WITHOUT REGARD TO THE ABILITY OF THOSE IN NEED TO PAY FOR THE PROVISION OF SUCH SERVICES. According to available records, Tenacre Foundation has made 371 grants totaling $205.5M, with a median grant of $85K. The foundation has distributed between $95.7M and $109.9M annually from 2022 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $20 to $14.6M, with an average award of $554K. The foundation has supported 271 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Kansas, Massachusetts, California, which account for 19% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 36 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING SERVICES - TENACRE FOUNDATION MAKES AVAILABLE THE RELIGIOUS MINISTRY OF CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FOR THOSE INDIVIDUALS CHOOSING TO RELY RADICALLY ON GOD FOR HEALING, AS TAUGHT IN CHRISTIAN SCIENCE, AND BY PROVIDING BENEVOLENCE TO DO SO WITHOUT REGARD TO THE ABILITY OF THOSE IN NEED TO PAY FOR THE PROVISION OF SUCH SERVICES.
Expenses: $15.6M
SCHOOL OF CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING - TENACRE ALSO OPERATES A SCHOOL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRECEPTS OF CHRISTIAN SCIENCE TO HELP PREPARE MEMBERS OF THE MOTHER CHURCH TO REPRESENT THEMSELVES AS CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSES WHO MAY SERVE INDIVIDUALLY, OR WHO MAY STAFF THE FACILITIES OF THE CORPORATION AND OTHER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE ORGANIZATIONS AND FACILITIES.
Expenses: $1.2M
CHRISTIAN SCIENTISTS IN RESIDENCE PROGRAM - TENACRE MAINTAINS AND OPERATES RESIDENTIAL APARTMENTS FOR CHRISTIAN SCIENTISTS-IN-RESIDENCE IN A COMMUNITY SETTING WITH A SPIRITUAL FOCUS FOR THOSE WHO AGREE TO AND HAVE THE QUALIFICATIONS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SPIRITUAL AND RELIGIOUS MISSION OF THE CORPORATION AND/OR TO PRACTICE THE RELIGION OF THE FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST, IN BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS.
Expenses: $501K
TENACRE VISITOR ACCOMMODATIONS AND SPIRITUAL RESOURCE LIBRARY - TENACRE ALSO PROVIDES FACILITIES, COURSES, WORKSHOPS, AND OTHER EVENTS FOR PRAYERFUL STUDY OF AND RESEARCH INTO RELIGIOUS SUBJECTS RELATED TO THE BIBLE AND CHRISTIAN SCIENCE.
Expenses: $283K
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING SERVICES - TENACRE FOUNDATION MAKES AVAILABLE THE RELIGIOUS MINISTRY OF CHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FOR THOSE INDIVIDUALS CHOOSING TO RELY RADICALLY ON GOD FOR HEALING, AS TAUGHT IN CHRISTIAN SCIENCE, AND BY PROVIDING BENEVOLENCE TO DO SO WITHOUT REGARD TO THE ABILITY OF THOSE IN NEED TO PAY FOR THE PROVISION OF SUCH SERVICES. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 371 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in KS, MA, CA.
Tenacre Foundation has distributed a total of $205.5M across 371 grants. The median grant size is $85K, with an average of $554K. Individual grants have ranged from $20 to $14.6M.
Tenacre Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Tenacre Foundation is headquartered in PRINCETON, NJ. While based in NJ, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 36 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael A Fisher | TRUSTEE/PRESIDENT/CEO | $253K | $85K | $508K |
| Brian Stock | TRUSTEE THRU 06/22; VP-CSN BEG 06/22 | $253K | $85K | $508K |
| William H Bell | VP-PHILANTHROPY & CPO | $203K | $143K | $395K |
| Catheryn E Murdoch | TRUSTEE/TREASURER/CFO | $191K | $52K | $295K |
| Marina N Bonsi | SECRETARY/SNR DIRECTOR | $172K | $36K | $270K |
Total Giving
$93.8M
Total Assets
$375.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$304.1M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
$64.8M
Net Investment Income
$23.3M
Distribution Amount
$0
Total Grants
371
Total Giving
$205.5M
Average Grant
$554K
Median Grant
$85K
Unique Recipients
271
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| SbpGENERAL SUPPORT | New Orleans, LA | $5.6M | 2023 |
| Common Ground Committee IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Sherman, CT | $2.3M | 2023 |
| National Fund For Christian Science NursingGENERAL SUPPORT | Overland Park, KS | $14.6M | 2023 |
| Teach For AllGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $8.6M | 2023 |
| The Branch SchoolCHRISTIAN SCIENCE-BASED SCHOOLS |
Other foundations that have funded Tenacre Foundation.
| Funder | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| J E Barbey 8 Tenacre Foundation | $41.7M | 2023 | GENERAL |
| J E Barbey 8 Tenacre Foundation | $69.2M | 2022 | GENERAL |
| J E Barbey 8 Tenacre Foundation | $69.2M | 2022 | GENERAL |
| J E Barbey 8 Tenacre Foundation | $109.1M | 2021 | GENERAL |
PENNINGTON, NJ
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
WEST COVINA, CA
GREENBANK, WA
| Gary L Wright | ASST TREASURER/CONTROLLER | $126K | $36K | $162K |
| Rebecca Holmes | ASST SECRETARY/EXECUTIVE ASST | $92K | $18K | $110K |
| Caroleen M Scholet | VP-CSN & COO (THRU 06/22) | $57K | $64K | $121K |
| Charles Lindahl | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Christine I Williams | CHAIR (THRU 6/22) | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Gail Chaddock | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Janet Horton | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Emily Smith | TRUSTEE THRU 06/22; CHAIR BEG 06/22 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Cynthia R Love | VICE CHAIR | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Houston, TX |
| $6.5M |
| 2023 |
| Cedars CampsCHRISTIAN SCIENCE CAMPS | Lebanon, MO | $4.9M | 2023 |
| The First Church Of Christ ScientistGENERAL SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $3.8M | 2023 |
| E3 Elevating Education EverywhereGENERAL SUPPORT | Knoxville, TN | $3.6M | 2023 |
| Adventure UnlimitedCHRISTIAN SCIENCE CAMPS | Greenwood Village, CO | $2.9M | 2023 |
| Boston Youth Symphony OrchestrasGENERAL SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $2.7M | 2023 |
| Ymca - ChesapeakeGENERAL SUPPORT | Easton, MD | $2.5M | 2023 |
| CommonlitGENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $2.5M | 2023 |
| Vera Institute Of JusticeGENERAL SUPPORT | Brooklyn, NY | $2.4M | 2023 |
| Platform For Social ImpactGENERAL SUPPORT | Carolina, NC | $2M | 2023 |
| Kipp NationalGENERAL SUPPORT | Pasadena, CA | $2M | 2023 |
| Merit AmericaGENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $1.2M | 2023 |
| The Campership FundGENERAL SUPPORT | St Louis, MO | $1.1M | 2023 |
| Berkeley Hall School FoundationCHRISTIAN SCIENCE-BASED SCHOOLS | Los Angeles, CA | $1.1M | 2023 |
| Camps Leelanau And KohahnaCHRISTIAN SCIENCE CAMPS | Maple City, MI | $1.1M | 2023 |
| The Jewel FoundationCHRISTIAN SCIENCE RESIDENCIES | La Jolla, CA | $1M | 2023 |
| Longyear MuseumGENERAL SUPPORT | Chestnut Hill, MA | $1M | 2023 |
| The Willows Foundation IncCHRISTIAN SCIENCE RESIDENCIES | Laguna Hills, CA | $905K | 2023 |
| Le VergerCHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FACILITIES | — | $835K | 2023 |
| Redwood Community For Christian ScientistsCHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FACILITIES | Castro Valley, CA | $800K | 2023 |
| Zearn IncGENERAL SUPPORT | New York, NY | $750K | 2023 |
| Fambul Tok InternationalGENERAL SUPPORT | — | $700K | 2023 |
| African Leadership FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | New York City, NY | $683K | 2023 |
| Hope Rescue MissionGENERAL SUPPORT | Reading, PA | $650K | 2023 |
| First Church Of Christ Scientist ConcordGENERAL SUPPORT | Concord, NH | $575K | 2023 |
| Trio New College NetworkGENERAL SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $535K | 2023 |
| The LeavesCHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FACILITIES | Richardson, TX | $526K | 2023 |
| Rchp Affordable Housing CorporationGENERAL SUPPORT | Highland Park, NJ | $510K | 2023 |
| The Principle FoundationGENERAL SUPPORT | Overland Park, KS | $504K | 2023 |
| Municipality Of PrincetonGENERAL SUPPORT | Princeton, NJ | $500K | 2023 |
| Teach For BangladeshGENERAL SUPPORT | Reston, VA | $500K | 2023 |
| Tenacity IncGENERAL SUPPORT | Boston, MA | $450K | 2023 |
| Trenton Public SchoolsGENERAL SUPPORT | Trenton, NJ | $419K | 2023 |
| Princeton Senior Resource CenterGENERAL SUPPORT | Princeton, NJ | $402K | 2023 |
| The Link SchoolCHRISTIAN SCIENCE-BASED SCHOOLS | Buena Vista, CO | $396K | 2023 |
| Chestnut Hill Benevolent AssociationCHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FACILITIES | Chestnut Hill, MA | $381K | 2023 |
| Sunrise Of Africa School Charitable Foundation IncCHRISTIAN SCIENCE-BASED SCHOOLS | Lake Barrington, IL | $360K | 2023 |
| Crystal Lake CampsCHRISTIAN SCIENCE CAMPS | Hughesville, PA | $350K | 2023 |
| Wayside HouseCHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FACILITIES | — | $332K | 2023 |
| Olive Glen Foundation IncCHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FACILITIES | Sacramento, CA | $330K | 2023 |
| Broadview IncCHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FACILITIES | Los Angeles, CA | $316K | 2023 |
| Peace Haven AssociationCHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FACILITIES | St Louis, MO | $312K | 2023 |
| Sunrise HavenCHRISTIAN SCIENCE NURSING FACILITIES | Kent, WA | $270K | 2023 |
| Heart MountainGENERAL SUPPORT | Powell, WY | $250K | 2023 |
| Modern Classrooms ProjectGENERAL SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $250K | 2023 |
| Christian Science Nursing Support Service South AfricaGENERAL SUPPORT | — | $240K | 2023 |
| $117.1M |
| 2020 |
| GENERAL |
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