John&eileen Doherty Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
John&eileen Doherty Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Norfolk, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $275,000 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$275,000
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2025 was down from $400,000 the year before.
19% 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 | $350,630 | 49 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $400,000 | 40 | $6.6 million |
| 2025 | $275,000 | 31 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
John&eileen Doherty Foundation Inc 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 John&eileen Doherty Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 14 | $97,000 |
| South Carolina | 9 | $90,000 |
| New York | 3 | $28,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | Needs | $25,000 |
| St Peter's Episcopal Church | Needs | $20,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Needs | $15,000 |
| Norfolk Catholic Schools | Needs | $15,000 |
| Clemson University Foundation | Needs | $10,000 |
| Etv Endowment of SC | Needs | $10,000 |
| Knights of Columbus | Needs | $10,000 |
| Maryland Food Bank Eastern Shore | Needs | $10,000 |
| Nebraska Public Media | Needs | $10,000 |
| Riverview Charter School | Needs | $10,000 |
| Saint Ann Catholic Church | Needs | $10,000 |
| St Anthony Catholic Church | Needs | $10,000 |
| Tintern Retreat Center | Needs | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | Needs | $10,000 |
| World Food Program USA | Needs | $10,000 |
| Norfolk Family YMCA | Needs | $8,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Needs | $8,000 |
| Norfolk Rescue Mission | Needs | $7,500 |
| Dodge County Fair Foundation | Needs | $7,000 |
| Lied Public Library | Needs | $7,000 |
| Norfolk Public Library | Needs | $7,000 |
| Chesapeake Charities | Needs | $5,000 |
| Eldorado Hills Foundation | Needs | $5,000 |
| Habitat Humanity of Greenville | Needs | $5,000 |
| Norfolk Arts Center | Needs | $5,000 |
| Northeast Nebraska Shooting Assoc | Needs | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army Food Pantry | Needs | $5,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Needs | $5,000 |
| Uscb Center for the Arts | Needs | $5,000 |
| Wayne State College Foundation | Needs | $5,000 |
| The American Automobile Experience | Needs | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael F Doherty
- Mary E Stanley
- Patricia E Widner
- Gerald Doherty
Questions people ask
Does John&eileen Doherty Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John&eileen Doherty Foundation Inc give?
$275,000 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs John&eileen Doherty Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael F Doherty (President), Mary E Stanley (Vice Pres.), Patricia E Widner (Treasurer) and Gerald Doherty (Secretary).
What does John&eileen Doherty Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.