Mary Flannery O'Connor Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Mary Flannery O'Connor Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $235,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $135,000. 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$235,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$135,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $190,500 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $203,000 | 6 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $190,500 | 4 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $235,000 | 3 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
Mary Flannery O'Connor 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 Mary Flannery O'Connor Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $135,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gcsu Foundation | Educational | $135,000 |
| Curran Center for American Catholic | Educational | $50,000 |
| Belmont Abbey College | Educational | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Farrell O'Gorman
- Michael J Garanzini SJ
Questions people ask
Does Mary Flannery O'Connor Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Flannery O'Connor Charitable Trust give?
$235,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Mary Flannery O'Connor Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr Farrell O'Gorman (Co-Trustee) and Michael J Garanzini SJ (Co-Trustee).
What does Mary Flannery O'Connor Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.