John C Corckran Jr Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John C Corckran Jr Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $191,400 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $67,500. 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$191,400
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$67,500
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,621 the year before.
28% 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 | $147,250 | 20 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $200,621 | 25 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $191,400 | 18 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
John C Corckran Jr Charitable 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 John C Corckran Jr Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maryland. It also paid $13,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 13 | $155,400 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake Island Research Center | Charitable | $67,500 |
| Five Smooth Stones Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Washington & Lee University | Charitable | $20,000 |
| American Friends of Bermuda Foundation Inc | Charitable | $12,000 |
| John Hopkins Hospital | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Medstar Union Memorial Hospital | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Garrison Forrest School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Park School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Atlantic Conservation Partnership | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ncia Corporate Sponsorship | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Balt Community Foundation - Baltimore Women's Giving Circle | Charitable | $1,200 |
| American Friends of Masterworks | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Feast | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Roland Park Country School | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Maryland Public Policy Institute | Charitable | $500 |
| Maryland Opera | Charitable | $100 |
| Blakehurst Residents Scholarship Foundation Inc | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Corckran Jr
- S Gambrill Corckran Robinson
- Matthew S Stromberg
Questions people ask
Does John C Corckran Jr Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John C Corckran Jr Charitable Foundation give?
$191,400 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs John C Corckran Jr Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Corckran Jr (President/Secretary), S Gambrill Corckran Robinson (Vice President/Treasurer) and Matthew S Stromberg (Assistant Secretary).
What does John C Corckran Jr Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and international.