Lauring Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lauring Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Worcester, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $261,102 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $22,000. 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$261,102
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$22,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $233,643 the year before.
13% 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 | $254,479 | 49 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $233,643 | 43 | $5.8 million |
| 2025 | $261,102 | 46 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Lauring 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 Lauring Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Massachusetts. It also paid $2,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 27 | $146,902 |
| New York | 6 | $60,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $23,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $8,200 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $22,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $22,000 |
| Aid to the Church in Need | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $21,000 |
| The Stations of the Cross | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $20,000 |
| Saint Paul Diocesan School | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $12,500 |
| Venerini Academy | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $10,000 |
| McAuley Nazareth Home for Boys | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $8,000 |
| Notre Dame Academy | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $8,000 |
| Saint Johns High School | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $8,000 |
| The Sudan Relief Fund | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $8,000 |
| Partners in Charity | Educational, religious or social service purposes | $7,402 |
| Matthew 25 Inc | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $7,000 |
| Visitation House Inc | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $7,000 |
| Individual | Educational, religious or social service purposes | $7,000 |
| Saint Jude Children Hospital | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $6,000 |
| Individual | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $5,000 |
| Abby's House | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $5,000 |
| St John's Food Pantry | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $5,000 |
| Merrimack College Lisa Lauring Scho | Educational, religious or social service purposes | $5,000 |
| Individual | Educational, religious or social service purposes | $5,000 |
| Assumption University | Educational, religious or social services | $5,000 |
| Urban Missionaries of Our Lady of H | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $4,500 |
| Catholic Charities of Worcester Cou | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $4,000 |
| Christ the King Parish | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $4,000 |
| Bucky's Food Pantry | Educational, religious or social service purposes | $4,000 |
| St Peter's Food Pantry | Educational, religious or social service purposes | $4,000 |
| Religious Retirement Fund | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $3,500 |
| Covenant House | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $3,000 |
| Judicial Watch Inc | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $3,000 |
| Mass Citizens for Life | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $3,000 |
| Worcester County Food Bank | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $3,000 |
| Dismas House of Massachusetts | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $2,000 |
| Missionaries of Charities | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $2,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $2,000 |
| 40 Days for Life | Educational, religious or social service purposes | $2,000 |
| Individual | Educational, religious or social service purposes | $2,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Educational, religious or social service purposes | $2,000 |
| Regional Environmental Council | Educational, religious or social service purposes | $2,000 |
| Individual | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $1,000 |
| Eternal World TV Network | Educational, religious or social services purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John P Lauring
- Mark A Lauring
Questions people ask
Does Lauring Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lauring Charitable Foundation give?
$261,102 in tax year 2025, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Lauring Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John P Lauring (Trustee) and Mark A Lauring (Trustee).
What does Lauring Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.