The Dwyer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Dwyer Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $145,282 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,101 and the largest $50,955. 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$145,282
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,101
- Largest grant$50,955
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $119,672 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $119,672 | 24 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $145,282 | 26 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
The Dwyer 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 The Dwyer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 16 | $131,725 |
| California | 4 | $7,357 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,100 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $600 |
| Iowa | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boston College | To support educational, religious, mentoring and general support for boston college. | $50,955 |
| Esperanza Academy Inc | Primary education support including scholarships and other assistance. | $17,086 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | To support youth mentoring. | $14,546 |
| Boston Police Athletic League | To support the boston police department in its efforts to engage under-resourced youth in boston to embark on a productive and positive journey in life and positively impact communities throughout the city of boston. | $14,280 |
| The Govenors Academy | To teach and learn skills thaat foster the courage to discover voices, develop old and new passions, practice balance in pursuit of excellence, and collaborate in building vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable communities. | $10,206 |
| Our Lady's School | To provide quality catholic education that prepares students for lives of service and leadership. | $5,800 |
| Invest in Others Charitable Foundation | A platform for financial professionals to make an imopact on the causes they care about by channeling the philanthropy and volunteerism of the finance industry to make a difference where it's needed the most. | $5,181 |
| The Catholic Appeal | Religous support to meet general budgetary needs. | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Hope | Religious support to meet general budgetary needs. | $5,000 |
| Last Hope K9 Rescue | To save abandoned, neglected, and abused dogs from high-kill shelters in central arkansas and beyond. | $3,925 |
| Meals on Wheels | To empower local community programs to imrpove the health and quality of life of the seniors they serve so that no one is left hungry or isolated. | $3,100 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | To support cancer research and treatments at dana-farber and the jimmy fund. | $1,796 |
| San Diego Zoo | Committed to saving species worldwide by uniting expertise in wildlife care and conservation science with a dedication to inspiring passion for nature. | $1,202 |
| American Heart Association | To support medical reserach for heart disease. | $1,000 |
| Maryknoll Sisters | To support religious and educational programs. | $1,000 |
| Trustees of the Reservations | Working to protect special places, providing loving care of massachusetts reservations and build creative new programs to engage people. | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish | To grant wished to every child diagnosed with a critical illness. | $1,000 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | To support medical research. | $750 |
| American Red Cross | To prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies. | $500 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | To support medical reserach. | $500 |
| Feeding America | A nationwide network of food banks, food pantries and local meal programs to help people get the food and ithe resources they need to thrive. | $500 |
| Ipswich VFW - Post 1093 | Unrestricted donaion for veteran's association. | $300 |
| Quincy Animal Shelter | Animal safety and placement | $200 |
| Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego | To support medical research. | $200 |
| Ride Above Disability | To teach recreational riding to children with special needs. | $155 |
| American Lung Association | To save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- William E Dwyer III
- Christine M Dwyer
Questions people ask
Does The Dwyer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Dwyer Foundation give?
$145,282 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,101.
Who runs The Dwyer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William E Dwyer III (Trustee) and Christine M Dwyer (Trustee).
What does The Dwyer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.