Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc
The mission of the hudson river foundation is to inspire and inform action through science and engaging people to enhance the hudson river, estuary, and watershed.
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc at a glance
In short: Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc gave $285K across 3 grants in 2024 (avg $95K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $284,989
- -25.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 3
- -75.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $94,996
- +199.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $100,893
- Total assets
- $55,240,104
- +11.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc
Open Grants
13 open opportunities from Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc
Advancing Culvert and Bridge Restoration in Coastal New Jersey Grant
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc
Amount
Up to US $80,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
City of Water Day Grants
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc
Amount
US $1,000 - US $4,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
HEP Action Agenda: NY/NJ Community Engagement Sessions Grant
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc
Amount
US $2,000 - US $4,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies ($155K). Together the top 3 received $285K.
Grant Size Distribution
31 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 20 grants of 31 (65%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
Cities
How Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc gives
- Giving grew 62% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $18K (2022) to $643K (2020). In 2024 it made 3 grants totaling $285K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Millbrook, NY | Special Research | $154,568 |
| Brooklyn College CUNY Brooklyn, NY | Public Policy | $100,893 |
| Bard College Annandaleonhudson, NY | Toxic Substances | $29,528 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $55,240,104 | $6,982,837 | $4,533,067 | $284,989 | 3 | $300,514 |
| 2023 | $49,344,365 | $2,043,614 | $4,499,865 | $380,365 | 12 | $56,373 |
| 2022 | $47,532,882 | $26,504,704 | $3,046,253 | $18,000 | 2 | $18,468,743 |
| 2021 | $47,259,878 | $2,143,856 | $3,428,515 | $175,776 | 4 | $-224,948 |
| 2020 | $44,144,233 | $1,711,986 | $3,762,967 | $643,076 | 10 | $-94,269 |
About Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc
Based on IRS filings
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in New York, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $55.2M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 3 grants totaling $285K. Net investment income was $301K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc is led by Jonathan G. Kramer PhD, President since 2022 (on filings since 2020); 6 of 18 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jonathan G. Kramer PhD
President
Vice Chairman → Executive Director, 2021
Executive Director → President, 2022
On filings since 2020
35 hrs/week
$204K (2021) → $296K (2024)
Robert W. Elliott
Chair
Chairman → Chair, 2021
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Pirani
Nj & Ny Hep Director
On filings since 2020
35 hrs/week
$158K (2020) → $218K (2024)
Anita R. Nager
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christopher J. Daggett
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ernest J. Tollerson III
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gene E. Likens PhD
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Margaretta A. Downey
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Solomon B. Watson IV
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
William Matuszeski
Director
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Blair
Director
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kathleen C. Weathers
Director
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Carl Marchese
Controller
On filings since 2020
35 hrs/week
$108K (2020) → $138K (2024)
Helena Andreyko
Grants Manager
Administrator → Grants Manager, 2022
On filings since 2020
35 hrs/week
$109K (2020) → $226K (2024)
James Lodge
Project & Grant Coordinator
On filings since 2020
35 hrs/week
$159K (2020) → $186K (2024)
Rupanwita Gupta
Senior Scientist
New on the 2024 filing
35 hrs/week
$139K (2024)
Elizabeth Lowe
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
S. Mackintosh Pulsifer
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Charles J. Hamilton Jr. (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Cray Hiles (2020–2022) — Special Advisor
- Former: Mary C. Fabrizio (2020–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Bonnie McCay Ph D. (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Betsy Blair (2021) — Director
- Former: Bonnie McCay (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $296K, to Jonathan Kramer (President). 6 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc
How much does Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc give each year?
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc gave $285K across 3 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $380K across 12 grants.
What is Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc's typical grant size?
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc's median grant in 2024 was $100,893, and its average grant was $94,996, across 3 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc give grants?
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc gives mostly in New York: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there.
Does Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
How large is Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc?
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc reported $55.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $7.0M.
What is Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc?
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in New York, NY. It holds $55.2M in total assets as of 2024.
What is Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc's EIN?
Hudson River Foundation for Science and Environmental Research Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-3089956. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 12, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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