Obrien Fitzpatrick Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Obrien Fitzpatrick Foundation is a private foundation in Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$23,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$912,456
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $40,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $27,000 | 8 | $541,615 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 13 | $732,698 |
| 2025 | $23,000 | 7 | $912,456 |
How to apply
Obrien Fitzpatrick 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
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 7 | $23,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines Art Center | General contribution | $5,000 |
| TRHS Foundation | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Interfaith Alliance of Iowa | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Individual | General contribution | $4,000 |
| Individual | General contribution | $2,000 |
| Salisbury House | General contribution | $1,000 |
| Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden | General contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cynthia O'Brien
- Michael Fitzpatrick
Questions people ask
Does Obrien Fitzpatrick Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Obrien Fitzpatrick Foundation give?
$23,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Obrien Fitzpatrick Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cynthia O'Brien (President) and Michael Fitzpatrick (Treasurer).