Mary Catherine Bunting Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Mary Catherine Bunting Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Hunt Valley, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.5 million in 91 grants; the typical grant was $34,000 and the largest $981,432. 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$7.5 million
- Number of grants91
- Typical grant$34,000
- Largest grant$981,432
- Assets$172 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6.6 million the year before.
55% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6.6 million | 43 | $147 million |
| 2024 | $7.5 million | 91 | $172 million |
How to apply
Mary Catherine Bunting Foundation Inc 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 Mary Catherine Bunting Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 62 | $6.0 million |
| California | 3 | $324,282 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $275,631 |
| Virginia | 3 | $241,704 |
| New York | 7 | $235,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $150,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $125,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $30,909 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Health Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $981,432 |
| Catholic Charities of Baltimore | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $750,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $435,000 |
| Chesapeake Conservancy | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $270,000 |
| Institute for Islamic Christian and Jewish Studies | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $258,000 |
| Share Foundation El Salvador | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $240,000 |
| Carmelite Sisters of Baltimore | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $206,000 |
| Central Baltimore Partnership | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $200,000 |
| Baltimore Symphony Orchestra | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $199,688 |
| St Mary's Seminary & University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $193,467 |
| Northern Kenya Fund | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $160,000 |
| Loyola School | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $150,000 |
| Sisters of St Francis of Assisi | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $150,000 |
| Baltimore Community Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $132,500 |
| Catholic University of America | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $125,631 |
| Ignatian Solidarity Network | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $125,000 |
| Govans Ecumenical Development Corporation (Gedco) | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $122,500 |
| Oakcrest School | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $106,686 |
| Baltimore Community Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $105,240 |
| University of Maryland Baltimore Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $105,000 |
| Roland Park Community Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $104,484 |
| Mercy Health Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $101,701 |
| Conservation Fund | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $101,018 |
| Catholic Relief Services | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,667 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| Health Care for the Homeless Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| Healthcare Access Maryland Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| St Frances Academy | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| Women's Education Alliance | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| St Frances Academy | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $86,162 |
| Sisters of Mercy of the Americas | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $75,000 |
| Share Foundation El Salvador | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $74,282 |
| Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $60,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $55,000 |
| Maryland Food Bank | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,851 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,509 |
| Franciscan Center Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,509 |
| Araminta Freedom Initiative | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
| Drink at the Well | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher L Bunting
- Geraldine Fialkowski
- Jack Bovaird
- Marc G Bunting
- Kevin D Irwin Jr
Questions people ask
Does Mary Catherine Bunting Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mary Catherine Bunting Foundation Inc give?
$7.5 million in tax year 2024, across 91 grants, with a typical grant of $34,000.
Who runs Mary Catherine Bunting Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Christopher L Bunting (Director), Geraldine Fialkowski (Director), Jack Bovaird (Director) and Marc G Bunting (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Mary Catherine Bunting Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and education.