Catherine J McGinnis Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Catherine J McGinnis Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mount Airy, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $186,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$186,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $168,000 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 | $160,000 | 18 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $168,000 | 18 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $186,000 | 17 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Catherine J McGinnis 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.
What Catherine J McGinnis Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 5 | $60,000 |
| Delaware | 2 | $33,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $30,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harry K Foundation | Food for the poor | $30,000 |
| Blue Ridge Food Bank | Food for the poor | $25,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Disaster relief | $20,000 |
| Marshall Legacy Inst Champs Program | Aid and relief | $20,000 |
| Trinity Collegiate School | Student scholarships | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster relief | $10,000 |
| Americares | Disaster relief | $10,000 |
| Feeding America | Food for the poor | $10,000 |
| Unbound | Scholarship funds | $10,000 |
| The V FDTN for Cancer Research | Medical research | $10,000 |
| Mercy Medical Angels | Medical transport | $5,000 |
| Loudoun Free Clinic | Medical assistance | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army Loudoun County Corps | Assistance for the poor | $5,000 |
| Capuchin Franciscan Friars | Service to the poor | $3,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of Hope | Service to the poor | $3,000 |
| Monastery of St Veronica Guiliani | Service to the poor | $3,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Housing assistance | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arlene M McGinnis
- Colleen M McGinnis
- Kellyann M Royston
- Erin M Meitzler
- Kaitlin M Very
- Connor D Royston
- Tristan C Meitzler
- Taylor C Royston
- Jonathan M Meitzler
Questions people ask
Does Catherine J McGinnis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Catherine J McGinnis Family Foundation give?
$186,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Catherine J McGinnis Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arlene M McGinnis (Trustee), Colleen M McGinnis (Trustee), Kellyann M Royston (Trustee) and Erin M Meitzler (Director/Tru) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Catherine J McGinnis Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, food and hunger and education.