Shaughnessy Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Shaughnessy Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Quincy, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $320,750 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$320,750
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $238,000 the year before.
42% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $346,000 | 16 | $6.3 million |
| 2023 | $238,000 | 20 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $320,750 | 19 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
Shaughnessy Charitable Trust 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 Shaughnessy Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 17 | $315,750 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Laboure Center | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Rcab Clergy Benefit Funding Trust | Charitable | $50,000 |
| South Boston Catholic Academy | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Ron Burton Training Village | Charitable | $22,000 |
| Boston College High School | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Catholic Community Fund | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Alma Cares Inc | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Archbishop Williams High School | Charitable | $10,000 |
| My Brother's Keeper | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Rodman for Kids | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Ireland Funds FBO Manooth University of Business | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Father Bill's and Mainspring | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Pope St John Xxiii National Seminary | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Sisters of St Joseph of Boston | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Teamsters Local 25 Autism Fund Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Clifford J Marshall Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| ALS One | Charitable | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth A Whalen
- John J Shaughnessy
- Michael P Shaughnessy
Questions people ask
Does Shaughnessy Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shaughnessy Charitable Trust give?
$320,750 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Shaughnessy Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth A Whalen (Co-Trustee), John J Shaughnessy (Co-Trustee) and Michael P Shaughnessy (Co-Trustee).
What does Shaughnessy Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.