O'Meara Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
O'Meara Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wethersfield, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $450,250 in 80 grants; the typical grant was $3,250 and the largest $86,250. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$450,250
- Number of grants80
- Typical grant$3,250
- Largest grant$86,250
- Assets$13.7 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $432,564 the year before.
26% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $432,564 | 80 | $10.8 million |
| 2024 | $450,250 | 80 | $13.7 million |
How to apply
O'Meara Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What O'Meara Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 15 | $217,750 |
| Massachusetts | 18 | $84,000 |
| New York | 9 | $29,000 |
| Rhode Island | 6 | $24,500 |
| Florida | 4 | $19,000 |
| Ohio | 3 | $14,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $10,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 4 | $8,500 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut | Student scholarshp awards | $86,250 |
| Central Connecticut State | Student scholarship awards | $27,000 |
| Eastern Connecticut State | Student scholarship awards | $26,500 |
| Southern Connecticut State | Student scholarship awards | $18,500 |
| University of Hartford | Student scholarship awards | $15,000 |
| Springfield College | Student scholarship awards | $13,500 |
| Umass - Amherst | Student scholarship awards | $11,000 |
| Providence College | Student scholarship awards | $10,500 |
| Manchester Community College | Student scholarship awards | $9,500 |
| Fordham University | Student scholarship awards | $7,000 |
| Northeastern University | Student scholarship awards | $7,000 |
| Quinnipiac University | Student scholarship awards | $6,500 |
| University of Saint Joseph | Student scholarship awards | $6,000 |
| University of South Florida | Student scholarship awards | $6,000 |
| Bryant University | Student scholarship awards | $5,500 |
| Franciscan Univ of Steubenville | Student scholarship awards | $5,500 |
| Boston University | Student scholarship awards | $5,000 |
| Bridgewater State University | Student scholarship award | $5,000 |
| Cedarville University | Student scholarship awards | $5,000 |
| George Washington University | Student scholarship awards | $5,000 |
| Howard University | Student scholarship awards | $5,000 |
| Lasell University | Student scholarship awards | $5,000 |
| Sacred Heart University | Student scholarship awards | $5,000 |
| Syracuse University | Student scholarship awards | $5,000 |
| Tufts University | Student scholarship awards | $5,000 |
| University of Florida | Student scholarship award | $5,000 |
| Capital Community College | Student scholarship awards | $4,500 |
| Marist College | Student scholarship awards | $4,500 |
| University of New Hampshire | Student scholarship awards | $4,500 |
| Webber International | Student scholarship award | $4,500 |
| Assumption College | Student scholarship awards | $4,000 |
| Elms College | Student scholarship awards | $4,000 |
| Mitchell College | Student scholarship awards | $4,000 |
| Stonehill College | Student scholarship awards | $4,000 |
| Denison University | Student scholarship awards | $3,500 |
| Endicott College | Student scholarship award | $3,500 |
| Fairfield University | Student scholarship awards | $3,500 |
| Florida State University | Student scholarship awards | $3,500 |
| Santa Clara University | Student scholarship awards | $3,500 |
| Wheaton College | Student scholarship award | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah S Broda
- Craig Blair
- Katherine O'Meara McKersie
- Steven O'Meara
Questions people ask
Does O'Meara Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does O'Meara Foundation Inc give?
$450,250 in tax year 2024, across 80 grants, with a typical grant of $3,250.
Who runs O'Meara Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah S Broda (President), Craig Blair (Treasurer), Katherine O'Meara McKersie (Secretary) and Steven O'Meara (Board Member).
What does O'Meara Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.