Joseph P Donahue Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph P Donahue Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Lebanon, New Hampshire. In tax year 2024 it gave $313,375 in 68 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$313,375
- Number of grants68
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $446,500 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $446,500 | 58 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $313,375 | 68 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Joseph P Donahue 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 Joseph P Donahue Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 25 | $118,000 |
| Vermont | 28 | $78,450 |
| Maine | 6 | $33,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $26,425 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $12,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 2 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lowell Parks & Conservation Trust | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Off the Park Press | Unrestricted | $26,425 |
| Orchard Valley Waldorf School | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Selva Oscura | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Church of the Good Shepherd | Unrestricted | $11,000 |
| Brother Sullivan Fund | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Fractured Atlas | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Golden Handcuffs Review | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Lowell Festival Foundation Fall Fes | Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| White River Partnership | Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Bridgton Academy | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Central Catholic High School | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Girls Incorporated Fo Greater Lowel | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Greenville Junction Depot Friends | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Litter Krewe Corp | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Mahoosuc Land Trust Inc | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Waldorf School of Lexington | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Capstone VT | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Chelmsford Comm Exchange | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lowell Catholic High School | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Maine Adaptive Sports and Rec | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Montpelier Community Gospel Choir | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Moosehead Marine Museum | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Natural Resources Council of Maine | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Alameda County Food Bank | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Clemmons Family Farm | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Lowell Boys & Girls Club | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Mill City Grows | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Northwood Music Collaborative | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Spectrum Youth & Family Services | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| The Good Smaritan Haven | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Water for Cambodia | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Adam Keenan Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Adam Keenan Memorial Scholarship Fu | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Appalachian Mountain Club | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Green Mountain Club Inc | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Lake Champlain Land Trust Inc | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Lowell Humane Society | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Mustard Seed Community | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Northern Stage | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Donahue
- David W Donahue
- John Donahue
- Joseph Donahue III
Questions people ask
Does Joseph P Donahue Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph P Donahue Charitable Foundation give?
$313,375 in tax year 2024, across 68 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Joseph P Donahue Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew Donahue (Trustee As N), David W Donahue (Trustee As N), John Donahue (Trustee As N) and Joseph Donahue III (Trustee As N).
What does Joseph P Donahue Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and faith communities.