Rowan T O'Riley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rowan T O'Riley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wellesley, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $291,700 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$291,700
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $247,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $247,000 | 24 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $247,000 | 22 | $6.4 million |
| 2025 | $291,700 | 25 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
Rowan T O'Riley Family 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 Rowan T O'Riley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 16 | $188,700 |
| New York | 2 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $30,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $8,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Resources Defense Fund | Support | $30,000 |
| Documentary Educational Resources | Support | $30,000 |
| Newton Wellesley Hospital | Support | $20,000 |
| United States Fund for UNICEF | Support | $20,000 |
| Trustees of Boston University | Support | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | Support | $16,000 |
| McLean Hospital | Support | $15,000 |
| Stop Handgun Violence | Support | $13,000 |
| ACLU Foundation of Masschusetts Inc | Support | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | Support | $10,000 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | Support | $10,000 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | Support | $10,000 |
| Partners in Health | Support | $10,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | Support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Support | $10,000 |
| Polaris Project | Support | $10,000 |
| United States Equestrian Team Foundationinc | Support | $10,000 |
| Wellesley College | Support | $10,000 |
| Mspca | Support | $5,000 |
| Usef Equine Disaster Relief Fund | Support | $5,000 |
| Collective Power Inc | Support | $5,000 |
| The Dressage Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| Fayerweather School | Support | $4,000 |
| United States Dressage Federation | Support | $3,000 |
| Parents Helping Parents | Support | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- Rowan T O'Riley
- Gertrude O'Riley
Questions people ask
Does Rowan T O'Riley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rowan T O'Riley Family Foundation give?
$291,700 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Rowan T O'Riley Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rowan T O'Riley (Trustee) and Gertrude O'Riley (Trustee).
What does Rowan T O'Riley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and human services.