Turrell Fund
The Turrell Fund is a private foundation established in 1935 by Herbert and Margaret Turrell. Based in Montclair, New Jersey, the organization operates as a service-oriented philanthropy dedicated to supporting children and families, particularly the youngest and most at-risk populations. The foundation employs approximately 6-7 staff members and maintains a partnership-based approach to grantmaking.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$120.4M
+3.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.8M
+4.2% YoY
Grant Count
183
+17.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$21K
-11.2% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Turrell Fund reported a distributable amount of $5.7M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
Societal Vision: The elimination of need as a barrier to access to quality educational and developmental experiences for all children, especially the youngest and their families, so they may be prepared for academic and life success.
Organizational Vision: To assure access to quality educational and developmental opportunities for children in the Turrell Fund's served areas, with emphasis on the youngest, at-risk children and their families.
Core Funding Priorities:
- Early Childhood: Supporting quality early learning and development programs
- K-12 Education: Enhancing educational opportunities and outcomes
- Family Support: Strengthening families to better support their children
- Music & Arts: Providing access to cultural and artistic experiences for children
- Systems Change: Addressing systemic barriers and advocating for policy improvements
Grantmaking
The Turrell Fund practices a "Partnership Model" of philanthropy, characterized by:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Turrell Fund primarily serves:
- New Jersey (designated areas)
- Vermont (statewide)
The foundation also supports organizations in additional states including Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Nevada, and Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (2024):
- Total Assets: $120,023,164 to $120,431,738
- Total Revenue: $4,419,567
- Total Expenses: $7,403,673
- Net Income: -$2,984,106
- Total Liabilities: $409,000
- Annual Giving: $6.7 million
Revenue Composition: The foundation's revenue is primarily derived from investment income rather than contributions.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $120,431,738 | $115,914,621 | $112,008,966 |
| Revenue | $4,419,567 | $6,638,024 | $1,467,460 |
| Expenses | $7,403,673 | $7,295,449 | $7,229,735 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $6,704,776 | $6,505,888 | $6,445,963 |
| Net Investment Income | $8,745,872 | $5,817,428 | $900,921 |
| Distributable Amount | $5,679,039 | $5,488,487 | $5,760,021 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Turrell Fund
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Advocates for Children of New Jersey ($152,000), Caucus Educational Corporation ($150,000), Community Foundation of New Jersey (first 1000 Days) ($100,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ADDISON COUNTY RELOCALIZATION NETWORK BRISTOL, VT | PROGRAM SUPPORT | $5,000 |
| ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN OF NEW JERSEY NEWARK, NJ | PROGRAM SUPPORT | $152,000 |
| ALL OUR KIN INC NEW HAVEN, CT | PROGRAM SUPPORT | $1,000 |
| APOSTLES' HOUSE NEWARK, NJ | PROGRAM SUPPORT | $2,000 |
| ARTS BUS RANDOLPH, VT | PROGRAM SUPPORT | $26,000 |
| ASSOCIATION OF AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURAL GARDENS CLEVELAND, OH | PROGRAM SUPPORT | $1,000 |
| BARRE OPERA HOUSE BARRE, VT | PROGRAM SUPPORT | $1,000 |
| BARTON LIBRARY CLUB BARTON, VT | PROGRAM SUPPORT | $1,000 |
| BETHANY CARES NEWARK, NJ | PROGRAM SUPPORT | $22,000 |
| BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF ESSEX HUDSON & UNION COUNTIES NEWARK, NJ | PROGRAM SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Curtland E. Fields – President and Chief Executive Officer and Secretary
- Richard A. Ribeiro – Treasurer
- S. Lawrence Prendergast – Chairperson
- Madison McHugh-Thieke – Assistant Secretary
- Andres Monclut – Director of Grants/Director of Systems/Board Member
- Evan Delgado – President, Programs
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CURTLAND E FIELDS | PRESIDENT & CEO/SECRETARY | 50 | $594,000 |
| RICHARD A RIBEIRO | CFO/TREASURER | 50 | $312,150 |
| S LAWRENCE PRENDERGAST | CHAIRPERSON | 10 | $2,500 |
| ROBERT E ANGELICA | TRUSTEE | 3 | $2,500 |
| ELIZABETH W CHRISTIE | TRUSTEE | 3 | — |
| EVAN DELGADO EFFECTIVE 1142024 | PRESIDENT OF PROGRAMS/ASST. SECRETARY | 50 | $267,745 |
| JUNLEI LI | TRUSTEE | 3 | — |
| JOHN MORNING | TRUSTEE | 3 | $2,500 |
| REVEREND JOHN P MITCHELL | TRUSTEE | 3 | — |
| MARK SUSTIC | TRUSTEE | 3 | $2,500 |
| MATTHEW E MELMED | TRUSTEE | 3 | $2,500 |
| WILLIAM H HAMMOND | TRUSTEE | 3 | — |
| KIM KEISER | TRUSTEE | 3 | — |
| MADISON MCHUGH-THIEKE THRU 812024 | ASSISTANT SECRETARY/SENIOR DIR OF OPER | 50 | $104,267 |
| HANNAH ASSEFA | TRUSTEE | 3 | $2,500 |
| JEREMY JOHNSON | TRUSTEE | 3 | $2,500 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Named 2022 Champion for Children Honoree by Passaic County CASA
Turrell Fund Named 2022 Champion for Children Honoree by Passaic County CASAAnnounced 2024 Landon Award winners, including Good Beginnings of Central Vermont
Turrell Fund Announces 2022 Landon Award WinnersSupported NJAAP's $4 million HRSA Cooperative Agreement to transform New Jersey pediatric primary care with HealthySteps and additional models
NJAAP Secures $4M HRSA Cooperative Agreement to Transform NJ Pediatric PrimaryContact Information
Main Office: 21 Van Vleck Street Montclair, NJ 07042
Phone: 973-783-9358
Email:
- Applications: application@turrellfund.org
- General Inquiries: turrell@turrellfund.org
Website: turrellfund.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Turrell Fund fund?
**Societal Vision:** The elimination of need as a barrier to access to quality educational and developmental experiences for all children, especially the youngest and their families, so they may be prepared for academic and life success. **Organizational Vision:** To assure access to quality educational and developmental opportunities for children in the Turrell Fund's served areas, with emphasis on the youngest, at-risk children and their families. **Core Funding Priorities:** • Early Childhoo…
How do I apply for a grant from Turrell Fund?
**Grant Activity:** • Made 174 grants in 2024 • Total giving: approximately $6.7 million annually • Typical grant awards range from $200 to $452,000 • Recent notable grants include $452,000 to Let's Grow Kids, $152,000 to Advocates for Children of New Jersey, and $150,000 to Caucus Educational Corporation **Grantmaking Approach:** The Turrell Fund practices a "Partnership Model" of philanthropy, characterized by: • Following the lead of client organizations and deferring to their expertise • Ba…
Where does Turrell Fund make grants?
The Turrell Fund primarily serves: • **New Jersey** (designated areas) • **Vermont** (statewide) The foundation also supports organizations in additional states including Arizona, California, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Nevada, and Virginia.
What size grants does Turrell Fund award?
In 2024, Turrell Fund awarded 183 grants totaling $3.8M — an average of about $21K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Turrell Fund required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Turrell Fund reported a distributable amount of $5.7M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Turrell Fund's EIN?
Turrell Fund's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-1551936. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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