James W O'Brien Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
James W O'Brien Foundation Inc is a private foundation in North Andover, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $901,768 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $255,575. 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$901,768
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$255,575
- Assets$22.5 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $740,953 the year before.
100% 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 | $740,953 | 1 | $21.0 million |
| 2024 | $901,768 | 17 | $22.5 million |
How to apply
James W O'Brien 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 James W O'Brien Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 11 | $681,730 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $35,000 |
| New Hampshire | 4 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Merrimack College | Charitable purposes | $255,575 |
| Boston College High School | Charitable purposes | $150,000 |
| St Mary's High School | Charitable purposes | $125,000 |
| Lynn English High School | Charitable purposes | $61,849 |
| Girls Inc of Lynn | Charitable purposes | $30,000 |
| Central Catholic High School | Charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| The Augustinian Fund | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Suffolk University Law School | Charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law | Charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| St Michael's Parish Today's Masses | Charitable purposes | $5,006 |
| Front Door Agency | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Nashua Children's Home | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Nashua | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Nashua | Charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Lynn | Charitable purposes | $4,500 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Merrimack Valley | Charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Lower Cape Outreach Council | Charitable purposes | $2,300 |
Officers and trustees
- John Braga
- Carolyn McInnis
- McInnis Family Office
- Christopher Hopey
- Rardy Pena
Questions people ask
Does James W O'Brien Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James W O'Brien Foundation Inc give?
$901,768 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs James W O'Brien Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John Braga (Trustee), Carolyn McInnis (Trustee), McInnis Family Office (Trustee) and Christopher Hopey (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does James W O'Brien Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.