The Hasty Pudding Institute of 1770 Philanthropic Mission

 

The Hasty Pudding Institute of 1770, comprised of The Hasty Pudding Club, The Hasty Pudding Theatricals, and The Harvard Krokodiloes, was founded in order to bring together undergraduate students in friendship, conversation, and camaraderie. Over the last two centuries, it has grown into a premiere performing arts organization, a patron of the arts and comedy, and an advocate for satire and discourse as tools for change worldwide.

The long and illustrious history of the organization includes participation in momentous historical events, alumni well-known for their contributions in all fields and domains, and recognition and elevation of achievement in the arts. Through its philanthropic support, The Hasty Pudding Institute of 1770 seeks to broaden its reach and advance its mission, so that individuals and groups around the world can aspire to and achieve success in creative work, promotion of free speech and satire, and exchange of ideas.

 

Criteria for Funding

 

The Hasty Pudding Institute of 1770 seeks, broadly, to support art and artists that otherwise wouldn’t have a voice. To this end, the organization is looking to support organizations that provide access and opportunities in the arts, with a focus on satire and social commentary.

 

All organizations and projects will be considered, but the following criteria are of particular importance to The Hasty Pudding Institute of 1770:

• New or innovative programming to provide access to the arts or arts education
• Programs that provide access to the arts to populations that otherwise have limited access to opportunities in the arts
• Programs and organizations that engage in or promote satire and/or social commentary

 

Application Process

 

Applications will be read in a timely manner, and those organizations and projects meeting the mission of the organization and the criteria above will be moved forward for further consideration, in which case points of contact for applicant organizations will be contacted for further questions and information. Please email all supporting documents to: [email protected]

 

Application Form

Date

Name of organization to which grant would be paid:

Brief description of the organization activity and mission:

Address of organization:

Address:

City:

State:

Zip:

Additional Information:

Executive Director:

Phone:

Email:

Is the organization an IRS 501(c)3 not-for-profit?
No Yes

If no, please explain:

Total organizational budget for current year:

Would this grant be for general support or a specific project/program?

If a specific project/program, please describe:

Total project budget, if applicable:

Current funding confirmed for this project, if applicable:

Dates covered by project budget:

Project name, if applicable:

Funding requested from the Hasty Pudding Institute of 1770:

Please describe in detail what the Hasty Pudding funding would be used for:

In 500 words or less, please describe how your organization or project will advance the mission of the Hasty Pudding Institute of 1770

Additional documents requested:

1. Financial information
   • A list of foundation and corporate supporters, current and most recent
   • 2 most recent form 990
2. Other supporting materials
   • List of board of directors
   • Most recent annual report, if available
3. Any notable news articles about the organization