Tynan Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Tynan Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Litchfield, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $75,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $16,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$75,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $69,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $69,000 | 19 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $69,000 | 19 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $75,000 | 18 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Tynan Family Charitable Trust 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 Tynan Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 11 | $29,000 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $16,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lamplight Avl | Unrestricted contribution | $16,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital Mat Fellowship | Unrestricted contribution | $8,000 |
| Island Heritage Trust | Unrestricted contribution | $7,500 |
| ALS Association | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital - Comprehensive Breast Care Program | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Dedham Country Day PMT Scholarship | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Opera House Arts | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Wellington Management Charitable Foundation for Mat Scholarship | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Maine Coast Heritage Trust | Unrestricted contribution | $3,000 |
| Nichols Day Camp | Unrestricted contribution | $3,000 |
| Dedham Country Day TJ Scholarship | Unrestricted contribution | $2,000 |
| Blue Hill Public Library | Unrestricted contribution | $1,500 |
| Chase Emerson Memorial Library | Unrestricted contribution | $1,500 |
| Downeast Coastal Conservancy | Unrestricted contribution | $1,500 |
| Healthy Island Project | Unrestricted contribution | $1,500 |
| Island Community Center | Unrestricted contribution | $1,500 |
| Island Health and Wellness Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $1,500 |
| Lubec Memorial Library | Unrestricted contribution | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Emily Tynan McDaniel
- Catherine T O'Dwyer
Questions people ask
Does Tynan Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tynan Family Charitable Trust give?
$75,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Tynan Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Emily Tynan McDaniel (Trustee) and Catherine T O'Dwyer (Trustee).
What does Tynan Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.