The Finerty Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Finerty Family Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $846,216 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $1,200 and the largest $366,470. 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$846,216
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$1,200
- Largest grant$366,470
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2025 was up from $570,778 the year before.
34% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $468,200 | 34 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $570,778 | 33 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $846,216 | 41 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
The Finerty 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 Finerty Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 38 | $834,716 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Louis Symphony | Operating funds | $366,470 |
| St Louis Zoo | Operating funds | $105,000 |
| Forest Park Forever | Operating funds | $84,446 |
| Gateway Arch Park | Operating funds | $55,000 |
| Great Rivers Greenway Foundation | Operating funds | $50,000 |
| Siteman Center - Illumination Gala | Operating funds | $25,000 |
| Missouri Historical Museum | Operating funds | $21,000 |
| Magic House | Operating funds | $20,000 |
| Rung | Operating funds | $15,000 |
| United Way of Greater St Louis | Operating funds | $15,000 |
| Drake University | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| Heinzl Pastorial Memorial Fund | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| Ladue Chapel | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| St Louis Art Museum Foundation | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| St Louis Municipal Opera | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| Webster Arts | Operating funds | $10,000 |
| Ranken Jordan | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Ready Readers | Operating funds | $3,000 |
| Missouri Botanical Gardens | Operating funds | $2,500 |
| St Luke's Hospital | Operating funds | $2,500 |
| Ketc Channel 9 | Operating funds | $1,200 |
| Spirit of St Louis Women's Fun Sos | Operating funds | $1,200 |
| Best Buddies International | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater St Louis | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| City Academy | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Contemporary Art Museum | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Donald Danforth Plant Science Center | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Eden Theological Seminary | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| John Borroughs School | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Kiawah Conservancy | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| St Louis Science Center | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Washington University | Operating funds | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Operating funds | $600 |
| Community School | Operating funds | $500 |
| Shakespeare Festival | Operating funds | $500 |
| St Louis Psychoanalytic Institute | Operating funds | $500 |
| Tulane University | Operating funds | $500 |
| Webster Groves Public Art Fund | Operating funds | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Operating funds | $300 |
| Home Sweet Home | Operating funds | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Finerty
- Steven Finerty
Questions people ask
Does The Finerty Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Finerty Family Foundation give?
$846,216 in tax year 2025, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $1,200.
Who runs The Finerty Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda Finerty (Trustee) and Steven Finerty (Trustee).
What does The Finerty Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and human services.