Institute of Mental Chronometry
Invitation OnlyWalnut Creek, California · EIN 94-2199617 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $60,000 and $213,938.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regents of the University of Minnes | Minneapolis, MN | Educational research on issues related to the role of cognitive ability in higher education and employment. | $213,938 |
| Regents of the University of Minnes | Minneapolis, MN | Educational research furthering the understanding of genetics and individual differences in human cognitive ability. | $171,150 |
| Intl Society of Intelligence Resear | San Antonio, TX | Educational research furthering the understanding of genetics and individual differences in human cognitive ability. | $60,000 |
The return also lists 39 grants to individuals ($46,579). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $491,667 | 42 |
| 2023 | $461,567 | 31 |
| 2022 | $405,429 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 6, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523109349100022
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 94-2199617
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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