George Duffy Foundation
Accepts applications
George Duffy Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga Springs, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $145,000 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$145,000
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$3.1 million
Giving in 2025 was down from $155,250 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $150,800 | 29 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $155,250 | 27 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $145,000 | 29 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
| Contact | Rita Obrian PO Box 447, Palatine Bridge, NY 13428 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (518) 844-2914 |
| What to submit | Applicants name, home address, and telephone number. The financial estimate for the full school year along with financial asistance anticipated must also be submitted. |
| Deadlines | Received by july 15th |
| Restrictions | Course of study must be medical or allied fields applicants must be seniors or graduates of canajoharie fort plain or st johnsville high schools which are located in New York state |
What George Duffy Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 29 | $145,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Kirkpatrick
- Joseph Sinchak
- Rita Obrian
- Paul Gemmiti
- Heidi Meka
Questions people ask
Does George Duffy Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Received by july 15th.
How much does George Duffy Foundation give?
$145,000 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs George Duffy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Kirkpatrick (President), Joseph Sinchak (First Vice President), Rita Obrian (Secretary) and Paul Gemmiti (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does George Duffy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.