Lourdes Mercy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lourdes Mercy Foundation is a private foundation in Staten Island, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,034 in 60 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $6,371. 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$27,034
- Number of grants60
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$6,371
- Assets$685,621
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,218 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $14,333 | 29 | $566,669 |
| 2024 | $10,218 | 42 | $474,498 |
| 2025 | $27,034 | 60 | $685,621 |
How to apply
Lourdes Mercy 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 Lourdes Mercy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 24 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $7,371 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $5,534 |
| New York | 17 | $4,540 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,956 |
| Maryland | 8 | $1,675 |
| Florida | 2 | $947 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $725 |
| Illinois | 4 | $681 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $650 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $400 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Varod Vanni Rehabilitation Organization for the Differrently Abled | Charitable | $6,371 |
| Province of St Augustine | Charity | $5,384 |
| St Teresa Church | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $1,956 |
| Missionaries of Charity Brothers | Charity | $1,000 |
| Church of St Rita | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $700 |
| Food for the Poor Inc | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $627 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $600 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $575 |
| Aid to the Church in Need | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $500 |
| Missionaries of Charity | Charity | $500 |
| Boys Town | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $450 |
| Franciscan Missions | Charity | $400 |
| International Catholic Migration Commission | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $400 |
| Mercy Ships | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $400 |
| St Bonaventure Indian Mission and School | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $400 |
| Catholic Near East Welfare Association | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $350 |
| The Cardinal's Annual Stewardship Appeal | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $350 |
| Covenant House | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $325 |
| Cross Catholic Outreach | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $320 |
| CMMB - Healthier Lives Worldwide | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $300 |
| The Association of Marian Helpers | Charity | $300 |
| World Villages for Children | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $300 |
| Mercy Home for Boys & Girls | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $256 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charity | $250 |
| Association of the Miraculous | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $200 |
| Capuchin Franciscan Friars | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $200 |
| Olv Charities | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $200 |
| Omaha Home for Boys | Charity | $200 |
| Province of St Mary | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $200 |
| St Labre Indian School | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $200 |
| The House of Light | Charity | $200 |
| Divine Word Missionaries | Charity | $175 |
| Soar (Support Our Aging Religious) | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $175 |
| St Ann's Indian Mission | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $155 |
| Catholic Medical Mission Board | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $150 |
| Oblate Sisters of St Francis de Sales | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $150 |
| Red Cloud Indian School | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $150 |
| Society of the Little Flower | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $150 |
| St John Church | Charity | $150 |
| The Marist Brothers | Enhancement of the organization's charity work | $115 |
Officers and trustees
- Einstein Saverimuttu
- Jessie Saverimuttu
- Teresa Saverimuttu
- Antonella Saverimuttu
Questions people ask
Does Lourdes Mercy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lourdes Mercy Foundation give?
$27,034 in tax year 2025, across 60 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs Lourdes Mercy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Einstein Saverimuttu (Officer), Jessie Saverimuttu (Officer), Teresa Saverimuttu (Officer) and Antonella Saverimuttu (Officer).
What does Lourdes Mercy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.