The Lorant Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lorant Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in North Andover, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $278,179 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$278,179
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $130,700 the year before.
70% of its 2025 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 | $180,310 | 24 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $130,700 | 10 | $6.5 million |
| 2025 | $278,179 | 28 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
The Lorant Charitable 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 Lorant Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 18 | $203,372 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $39,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $14,807 |
| Illinois | 2 | $12,500 |
| Colorado | 2 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Merrimack College - Lorant Pioneer Scholars | Support education | $80,000 |
| North Andover Scholarship Foundation | Support education | $25,000 |
| Gather Food Pantry | Support food pantry | $25,000 |
| The Open Door | Support food pantry | $25,000 |
| Dana Farber | Promote and support the exempt missions | $21,400 |
| Givengain Foundation | Provides technological, fundraising and administration support | $14,807 |
| Gather Food Pantry | Support food pantry | $12,500 |
| Henry Schueler 41 9 Foundation | Support research for pediatric leukemia and mucormycosis | $10,000 |
| Laboure College of Healthcare | Support education and health care | $7,772 |
| Greater Lawrence Comm Boating | To teach safe, responsible boating and environmental awareness | $7,500 |
| New England Food Foundation Inc | Golf tournament/support children in need | $5,000 |
| Everyone's A Player | Support access to sports, training and equipment | $5,000 |
| Dana Farber | Promote and support the exempt missions | $5,000 |
| Fraxa Research Foundation | Support treatments and ultimately a cure for fragile x syndrome | $5,000 |
| Bread & Roses | Providing meals and support | $5,000 |
| Peoples Food Pantry | Support food pantry | $5,000 |
| Give Butter Project 351 | Support and organize events | $2,600 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Support treatments and education | $2,500 |
| Camp Sunshine | Support summer camp and education | $2,500 |
| International Medical Reilef | Support education and health care | $2,500 |
| International Medical Reilef | Support education and health care | $2,500 |
| Neb Alumni Foundation | Golf tournament/supporting community sports and recreation | $2,000 |
| Dana Farber | Dr. Mcgregor's research fund | $1,500 |
| End 68 Hours of Hunger - Processing | Support food pantry | $1,500 |
| Flights to Freedom | Support education and health care | $1,000 |
| Red Sox Foundation | Support education and health care | $250 |
| Dana Farber | Promote and support the exempt missions | $250 |
| Megan House Foundation | Improve the quality of life | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Marybeth McInnis
- Samuel J Conte II
Questions people ask
Does The Lorant Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lorant Charitable Foundation give?
$278,179 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Lorant Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marybeth McInnis (Trustee) and Samuel J Conte II (Trustee).
What does The Lorant Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and faith communities.