James J McCann Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
James J McCann Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Poughkeepsie, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 47 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $482,000. 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 grants47
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$482,000
- Assets$31.4 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.1 million 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 | $1.0 million | 36 | $28.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 43 | $29.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 47 | $31.4 million |
How to apply
James J McCann Charitable Trust 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 James J McCann Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 46 | $1.9 million |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dutchess County SPCA | Matching grant hudson valley gives; program funding grant | $482,000 |
| McCann - Caven Golf Course Inc | Off-season expenses | $350,000 |
| Marist College | Mccann center renovation grant payment, 2025 mccann scholarships | $300,000 |
| MCGC Sam Dipasquale Contractor | Grant | $125,000 |
| Food Bank of the Hudson Valley | Pledge payment | $100,000 |
| MCGC Grassland Equipment Corp | Golf course equipment | $78,060 |
| Bardavon Opera House | 2025 bardavon gala | $70,000 |
| The Art Effect | Scholarships | $35,000 |
| Our Lady of Lourdes High School | 2025 mccann scholarships, lourdes warrior club golf outing | $32,500 |
| MCGC Fox Air Corp | Mcgc - heating and cooling | $26,220 |
| Dutchess County District Attorney | 2025 summer interns | $25,000 |
| Family Services | 2025 standing strong grant payment | $25,000 |
| Dutchess Outreach | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Hudson Valley Clubhouse | Grant | $25,000 |
| Mid-Hudson Discovery Museum | Science park | $20,000 |
| Children's Home of Poughkeepsie | Grant, matching grant giving tuesday | $17,510 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess County | Dinner and auction | $15,000 |
| Dutchess Community College | 2025 mccann scholarships | $14,000 |
| Culinary Institute of America | 2024 mccann scholarships | $12,500 |
| MCGC Glick & Company | Invoice | $11,438 |
| Newburgh Armory Unity Center | Grant | $10,000 |
| Servants of the Lord | General grant | $10,000 |
| City of Poughkeepsie Pal | Grant | $10,000 |
| Mid-Hudson Works | Grant | $10,000 |
| St Joseph's Church Somers | Grant | $10,000 |
| Dutchess County Office for the Aging | 2025 senior golden gathering | $8,000 |
| MCGC Nels Wsnnersten | Christos roofing | $5,925 |
| Blue Path Service Dogs | Autism service dog | $5,000 |
| City of Poughkeepsie Fire Dept 596 | Tim gunther memorial golf tournament | $5,000 |
| Marist Red Fox Club | Red fox golf outing sponsor | $5,000 |
| The Center for Prevention of Child Abuse | Grant | $5,000 |
| City of Poughkeepsie Pba | Grant | $5,000 |
| Roy's Community Foundation | Youth football camp | $5,000 |
| Dutchess County Public Defender | Summer interns | $4,000 |
| Bill Austin Memorial Scholarship Fund | Marist college - bill austin memorial scholarship | $3,000 |
| Stray Help | Grant | $3,000 |
| Dutchess County Historical Society | Grant | $3,000 |
| Community Foundation of the HV | Grant | $2,500 |
| Nubian Directors Iiapj Boxing Club | Sponsor | $2,500 |
| Hudson Valley Hospice Foundation | Jubilee | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Patrick Gartland
- John Corbally
Questions people ask
Does James J McCann Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James J McCann Charitable Trust give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs James J McCann Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Patrick Gartland (Vice President) and John Corbally (Treasurer).
What does James J McCann Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and arts and culture.