The Catherine E Philbin Memorial Fund
Accepts applications
The Catherine E Philbin Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Oxford, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,875 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,250. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$10,875
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,250
- Assets$195,326
Giving in 2025 was up from $8,375 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12,750 | 10 | $219,172 |
| 2024 | $8,375 | 8 | $200,328 |
| 2025 | $10,875 | 10 | $195,326 |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
| Contact | The Catherine E Philbin Memorial FD 2 Jackson Court, Oxford, MA 01540 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (508) 987-3981 |
| What to submit | Letters describing achievements, educ & career goals, financial needs, activities, commitments, community leadership. |
| Deadlines | As agreed by trustees |
| Restrictions | Tuition in field of nursing |
What The Catherine E Philbin Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 10 | $10,875 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Tuition | $2,250 |
| Individual | Tuition | $1,500 |
| Individual | Tuition | $1,500 |
| Individual | Tuition | $1,000 |
| Individual | Tuition | $1,000 |
| Individual | Tuition | $1,000 |
| Individual | Tuition | $1,000 |
| Individual | Tuition | $750 |
| Individual | Tuition | $500 |
| Individual | Tuition | $375 |
Officers and trustees
- Josephine Veglia
- Robert Philbin
Questions people ask
Does The Catherine E Philbin Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: As agreed by trustees.
How much does The Catherine E Philbin Memorial Fund give?
$10,875 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Catherine E Philbin Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Josephine Veglia (Trustee) and Robert Philbin (Trustee).
What does The Catherine E Philbin Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.