Tiernan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tiernan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ocean Ridge, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $214,368 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $54,368. 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$214,368
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$54,368
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $137,165 the year before.
17% 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 | $130,000 | 5 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $137,165 | 5 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $214,368 | 6 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
Tiernan Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $144,368 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Stream School Inc | Charitable | $54,368 |
| CRC Recovery Foundation Inc | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Lawrenceville | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Paul's Place at St Paul's Episcopal Church | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Mganl | Charitable | $20,000 |
| David Lynch Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Tiernan
- Ann P Tiernan
- Martha Ely
Questions people ask
Does Tiernan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tiernan Family Foundation give?
$214,368 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Tiernan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Tiernan (Trustee), Ann P Tiernan (Trustee) and Martha Ely (Trustee).