The O'Leary Foundation Bessemer Trust
Preselected recipients only
The O'Leary Foundation Bessemer Trust is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $420,242 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $23,347 and the largest $58,366. 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$420,242
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$23,347
- Largest grant$58,366
- Assets$12.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $292,784 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 | $0 | 0 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $292,784 | 14 | $9.7 million |
| 2025 | $420,242 | 14 | $12.4 million |
How to apply
The O'Leary Foundation Bessemer 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 The O'Leary Foundation Bessemer Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 8 | $268,487 |
| Florida | 2 | $46,694 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $46,693 |
| Maryland | 1 | $23,347 |
| New York | 1 | $23,347 |
| Virginia | 1 | $11,674 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Maritime Academy | General support | $58,366 |
| Marginal Way Preservation Fund | General support | $58,366 |
| Susan Curtis Charitable Foundation | General support | $58,366 |
| Clair & John Bertucci Center for Genitourinary Cancers | General support | $46,693 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $23,347 |
| Auburn Public Library | General support | $23,347 |
| Ogunquit Museum of American Art | General support | $23,347 |
| Ogunquit Playhouse Foundation | General support | $23,347 |
| Shelter for Abused Women and Children | General support | $23,347 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | General support | $23,347 |
| SPCA Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | General support | $23,347 |
| All Saints Church Holy Spirit Parish | General support | $11,674 |
| YMCA of Auburn Maine | General support | $11,674 |
| YMCA of Norfolk Va | General support | $11,674 |
Officers and trustees
- Bessemer Trust of Florida
Questions people ask
Does The O'Leary Foundation Bessemer Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The O'Leary Foundation Bessemer Trust give?
$420,242 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $23,347.
Who runs The O'Leary Foundation Bessemer Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bessemer Trust of Florida (Trustee).
What does The O'Leary Foundation Bessemer Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.