Virginia McGuire Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Virginia McGuire Foundation is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $122,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $32,500. 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$122,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$32,500
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,200 the year before.
43% 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 | $115,000 | 6 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $115,200 | 7 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $122,500 | 7 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Virginia McGuire 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $32,500 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Albert F Argenziano School PTA | Unrestricted general | $32,500 |
| Simon Wiesenthal Center | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Selfhelp Community Services Inc | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Town of Mamaroneck | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| American Friends Service Committee | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Julie Dyckman Andrus Memorial | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Sustainable Westchester | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ralph Engel
- Bank of America N A
Questions people ask
Does Virginia McGuire Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Virginia McGuire Foundation give?
$122,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Virginia McGuire Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ralph Engel (Co-Trustee) and Bank of America N A (Co-Trustee).