The O'Shaughnessy Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The O'Shaughnessy Family Foundation is a private foundation in Uxbridge, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$18,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$379,306
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,374 the year before.
63% 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 | $15,905 | 12 | $321,072 |
| 2024 | $15,374 | 12 | $355,882 |
| 2025 | $18,000 | 8 | $379,306 |
How to apply
The O'Shaughnessy 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 O'Shaughnessy Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 4 | $13,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Louis Symphony Orchestra | To enable donee to continue its exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| National Childrens Cancer Society Inc | To enable donee to continue its exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| New Bedford Whaling Museum | To enable donee to continue its exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Missouri Botanical Garden | To enable donee to continue its exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| St Louis Winter Opera | To enable donee to continue its exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Missouri Governor's Mansion | To enable donee to continue its exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Preservation Society of Newport County | To enable donee to continue its exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| St Catherine of Siena Church | To enable donee to continue its exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John O'Shaughnessy
- Christine F O'Shaughnessy
Questions people ask
Does The O'Shaughnessy Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The O'Shaughnessy Family Foundation give?
$18,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The O'Shaughnessy Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John O'Shaughnessy (Trustee) and Christine F O'Shaughnessy (Trustee).
What does The O'Shaughnessy Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.