The Joseph D Obrien III Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Joseph D Obrien III Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Shelbyville, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $538,250 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$538,250
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $480,500 the year before.
58% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $50,000 | 2 | $317,331 |
| 2023 | $480,500 | 10 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $538,250 | 12 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
The Joseph D Obrien III Memorial 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 Joseph D Obrien III Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $235,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $135,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $75,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $45,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $12,000 |
| New York | 1 | $11,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Youth Automotive Training Center (Yatc) | Charitable purposes | $200,000 |
| The Ottawa YMCA | Charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| The Heart That Gives Foundation | Charitable purposes | $75,000 |
| Ocala Intl Horse Show Inc | Charitable purposes | $35,000 |
| Ignation Spirituality Project | Charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Congaree Foundation | Charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| American Saddlebred Horse & Breeders Association | Charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| United Prof Horsemen's Assoc Found (Upha) | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Fellowship of Catholic University Students (Focus) | Charitable purposes | $12,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable purposes | $11,000 |
| The Lake County Community Found | Charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| The American Cancer Society | Charitable purposes | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph D Obrien Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Joseph D Obrien III Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Joseph D Obrien III Memorial Foundation give?
$538,250 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Joseph D Obrien III Memorial Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph D Obrien Jr (Chairman, PR).
What does The Joseph D Obrien III Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.