John J McArdle III & Joan C McArdle Foundation
Accepts applications
John J McArdle III & Joan C McArdle Foundation is a private foundation in Andover, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $284,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$284,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was up from $204,500 the year before.
19% 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 | $175,000 | 17 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $204,500 | 13 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $284,500 | 16 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John Joan C McArdle 47 Central Street, Andover, MA 01810 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (978) 475-6683 |
| What to submit | In writing & in triplicate |
What John J McArdle III & Joan C McArdle Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 10 | $261,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lahey Clinic Foundation Inc | Public health | $100,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Medical research | $100,000 |
| The Trustees of Smith College | Education | $25,000 |
| Andover Center for History & Culture | Historic preservation | $15,000 |
| Battleship Texas Foundation | Historic preservation | $5,000 |
| Boston Ballet | Arts | $5,000 |
| Brooks School | Education | $5,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research | Medical research | $5,000 |
| Tabor Academy | Education | $5,000 |
| The National Wwii Museum | Education | $5,000 |
| The Wharton Fund | Education | $5,000 |
| Buddy Dog Humane Society | Animal welfare | $2,500 |
| Canine Companions for Independence Inc | Service dogs | $2,500 |
| Rosie's Place | Women's shelter | $2,500 |
| Andover Village Improvement Society | Land preservation | $1,000 |
| Marginal Way Preservation Fund | Land conservation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John J McArdle III
- Joan C McArdle
- Irene Schmitt
Questions people ask
Does John J McArdle III & Joan C McArdle Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does John J McArdle III & Joan C McArdle Foundation give?
$284,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs John J McArdle III & Joan C McArdle Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John J McArdle III (Trustee), Joan C McArdle (Trustee) and Irene Schmitt (Trustee).
What does John J McArdle III & Joan C McArdle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.