The Doherty Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Doherty Foundation is a private foundation in Bernardsville, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $12,981 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $6,481. 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$12,981
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$6,481
- Assets$32,465
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was down from $25,492 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $25,492 | 5 | $52,438 |
| 2024 | $12,981 | 6 | $32,465 |
How to apply
The Doherty 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 Doherty Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 2 | $8,481 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trustees of Princeton University | To aid donee organizations in carrying out their exempt functions | $6,481 |
| Pine Valley Tuition Support Fund | To aid donee organizations in carrying out their exempt functions | $2,500 |
| Somerset Hills YMCA | To aid donee organizations in carrying out their exempt functions | $2,000 |
| Ngla Scholarship Fund | To aid donee organizations in carrying out their exempt functions | $1,000 |
| American Institute for Cancer Research | To aid donee organizations in carrying out their exempt functions | $500 |
| Shinnecock Scholarship Fund | To aid donee organizations in carrying out their exempt functions | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert K Doherty
- Susan O'Connell Doherty
- Jack D Gunther Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Doherty Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Doherty Foundation give?
$12,981 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Doherty Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert K Doherty (President), Susan O'Connell Doherty (Vice President) and Jack D Gunther Jr (Director).
What does The Doherty Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.