Father John Foundation for the Handicapped and Poor
Preselected recipients only
Father John Foundation for the Handicapped and Poor is a private foundation in Fairfield, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $234,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$234,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was down from $238,710 the year before.
64% 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 | $193,900 | 10 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $238,710 | 12 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $234,000 | 14 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
Father John Foundation for the Handicapped and Poor 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 Father John Foundation for the Handicapped and Poor funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 8 | $127,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $40,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $12,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Johns Food Pantry | Feed the hungry | $40,000 |
| Interfaith Food Pantry | Feed the hungry | $30,000 |
| Depaul School for Hearing and Speec | Helf the deaf | $25,000 |
| St Josephs Institute for the Deaf | Help the deaf | $25,000 |
| St Anns Place Homeless Center | Feed homeless | $20,000 |
| Castello Ministry for Deaf | Help the deaf | $20,000 |
| New Life Home Furnishings | Help the poor | $12,000 |
| St Rose of Lima Food Pantry | Feed hungry | $10,000 |
| Evas Kitchen | Feed the hungry | $10,000 |
| Pastoral Ministry for the Deaf | Help the deaf | $10,000 |
| Franscian Friars of Renewal | Feed hungry | $10,000 |
| Oasis Haven for Women and Children | Help the poor | $10,000 |
| Dioceses of Metuchen | Help for deaf | $7,000 |
| National Catholic Deaf Leaders | Help the deaf | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Maryanne MC Donald
- Lisa Fitzgerald
- Tom MC Guan
- Joseph Burt
Questions people ask
Does Father John Foundation for the Handicapped and Poor accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Father John Foundation for the Handicapped and Poor give?
$234,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs Father John Foundation for the Handicapped and Poor?
Its 2025 filing lists Maryanne MC Donald (Pres), Lisa Fitzgerald (Trustee), Tom MC Guan (Asst Secretary) and Joseph Burt (Trustee).
What does Father John Foundation for the Handicapped and Poor fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, disability and faith communities.