The Doherty Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Doherty Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $375,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$375,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$9.7 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $385,000 the year before.
46% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $385,000 | 13 | $8.8 million |
| 2024 | $375,000 | 12 | $9.7 million |
How to apply
The Doherty Foundation 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 The Doherty Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $210,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $75,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leadership Institute | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Miles of Freedom | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Tea Party Patriots Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Judicial Watch Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Austin Street Center | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Compass School | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Frontiers of Flight Museum Inc | Ally Pally's Explorers fund | $25,000 |
| St Philips School & Community Center | Athletic Department fund | $25,000 |
| St Philips School & Community Center | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Commemorative Air Force | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Forefront Living | The T. Boone Pickens Hospice Center | $10,000 |
| John F Peeler El | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alison Doherty
- Edward Doherty
Questions people ask
Does The Doherty Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Doherty Foundation give?
$375,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Doherty Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alison Doherty (Co- Pres, Dir, Sec) and Edward Doherty (Dir, Treas, Co- Pres).
What does The Doherty Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and community development.