The Cynipid Fund
is a Donor Advised Fund established in 2018 by Hiram Larew. It is managed by Renaissance Charitable Foundation. The Fund provides modest levels of support to a variety of 501(c)(3) organizations including higher education institutions, arts organizations, health-focused organizations, anti-hunger groups, and houses of worship.
Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts
The Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts (CAAPA) has been the proud recipient of The Cynipid Fund grants for several years. The awards are in support of Black Classical musicians, youth, and others in the performing arts by “Bringing Color to the Classics!” CAAPA is extremely appreciative of the continued support and love for the arts.
Terri Allen, Executive Director, Coalition for African Americans in the Performing Arts (CAAPA)
Testimonials
Opera
Baltimore
The Cynipid Fund supported Opera Baltimore's Voice Your Story program. Afterwards, one librarian wrote, “The whole program was wonderful! The children loved it when they got to be part of the Opera.” Another participant wrote, “children were engaged the entire time and they learned a lot.“ Every respondent indicated that they would recommend this program to others. There were several local library attendees that came back to subsequent opera events at other libraries. Many children were heard “pretending to sing opera” as they left the events.
Catrin Davies, Vice President of Advancement, Opera Baltimore
Women's Cancer Resource Center
The Women's Cancer Resource Center is grateful to the Cynipid Fund for its steady support of our programs and services! Located in Berkeley, California, WCRC improves equitable access to cancer information, support and care. With the Cynipid Fund's generous funding, WCRC is able to ensure that none of its clients have to face cancer alone.
Christine Sinnott, Development Manager, Women's Cancer Resource Center