The Oxford League Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Oxford League Inc is a private foundation in Seabrook, New Hampshire. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$12.6 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
57% 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 | $408,225 | 12 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 11 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 14 | $12.6 million |
How to apply
The Oxford League 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 The Oxford League Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $705,600 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500,000 |
| New York | 2 | $256,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $110,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $96,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation of the Sisters | Sisters retirement fund | $500,000 |
| Boston College | Building fund | $500,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera | Transforming the met | $250,000 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | Business partners/pres at the pops | $105,600 |
| Leadership Roundtable | Visionary gift | $100,000 |
| Yale University School of Medicine | Ms research | $100,000 |
| Foundation for the National Institutes of Health | Treasure the legacy campaign | $100,000 |
| Catholic Schools Foundation | Building minds scholarship' | $50,000 |
| Peace on Earth Foundation | Program services | $50,000 |
| Boston Lyric Opera | General funding | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Music Hall | General funding | $30,000 |
| The Penates Foundation | Matching gift | $16,000 |
| New Canaan Nature Center | General funding | $10,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D Greater New England | Boston gala | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas L Rea
- Michele M Cogan
Questions people ask
Does The Oxford League Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Oxford League Inc give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Oxford League Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas L Rea (Vice President) and Michele M Cogan (President).
What does The Oxford League Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.