John F Maher Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John F Maher Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $57,100 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$57,100
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was down from $59,100 the year before.
5% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $59,100 | 23 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $57,100 | 21 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
John F Maher Family 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 John F Maher Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 12 | $29,600 |
| New York | 2 | $7,500 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwich Hospital Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Yale-New Haven Hospital | General purpose | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | General purpose | $5,000 |
| ASPCA | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Canine Companions for Independence | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Garden Conservancy Inc | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Salisbury School | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Deerfield Academy | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Connecticut Public | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Faulkner's Light Brigade | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Florence Griswold Museum | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Glenville Volunteer Fire Co | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Greenwich Land Trust Inc | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Guilford Land Conservation Trust | General purpose | $1,000 |
| National Alliance on Mental Illness | General purpose | $1,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Greenwich Emergency Medical Service Inc | General purpose | $500 |
| Women and Family Life Center | General purpose | $500 |
| Round Hill Association | General purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Helen S Maher
- Paul R Barkus
- David R Stack
Questions people ask
Does John F Maher Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John F Maher Family Foundation give?
$57,100 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs John F Maher Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Helen S Maher (President; Chief Executive Officer), Paul R Barkus (Secretary) and David R Stack (Chief Financial Officer).
What does John F Maher Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, animals and education.