The John & Mary Corcoran Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The John & Mary Corcoran Family Foundation is a private foundation in Braintree, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.1 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $3.4 million. 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$6.1 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$3.4 million
- Assets$148 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5.7 million the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 | $5.7 million | 17 | $138 million |
| 2024 | $6.1 million | 15 | $148 million |
How to apply
The John & Mary Corcoran 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 The John & Mary Corcoran Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 15 | $6.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tpi Cradle to Career Grants | General support scholars program, community grants, olph mission grammar, south boston academy | $3.4 million |
| Red Pine Scholars | General support scholars program, community grants, olph mission grammar, south boston academy | $1.6 million |
| The Philanthropic Initiative Inc | General support scholars program, community grants, olph mission grammar, south boston academy | $674,581 |
| Leaf Program (Suppliesleslie College) | General purpose | $119,210 |
| Father Bill's & Mainspring | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Saint Rock Haiti Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Bourne Conservation Trust | Habitat conservation | $30,000 |
| Caritas Communities Inc | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Rosie's Place | General purpose | $25,000 |
| St Francis House | General purpose | $25,000 |
| St Mary's Women & Infants Center | General support | $25,000 |
| Crossroads for Kids | Youth development | $10,000 |
| The Milton Library Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Julie's Family Learning Program | Children's services, family development, adult basic education | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Corcoran Jr
- Thomas M Corcoran
Questions people ask
Does The John & Mary Corcoran Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John & Mary Corcoran Family Foundation give?
$6.1 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The John & Mary Corcoran Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John M Corcoran Jr (Trustee) and Thomas M Corcoran (Trustee).
What does The John & Mary Corcoran Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.