O'Brien Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
O'Brien Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $307,761 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $187,761. 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$307,761
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$187,761
- Assets$422,213
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $278,684 the year before.
60% 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 | $191,875 | 8 | $569,502 |
| 2024 | $278,684 | 2 | $499,844 |
| 2025 | $307,761 | 5 | $422,213 |
How to apply
O'Brien Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $187,761 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached List | GENERAL Charitable Purpose | $187,761 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank | General Charitable Purpose | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charities of The Diocese of Pittsburgh | General Charitable Purpose | $50,000 |
| Quail Valley Charities Inc | General Charitable Purpose | $15,000 |
| Enviromental Learning Center Inc | General Charitable Purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas H O'Brien
- Thomas H O'Brien Jr
- Lauren C Troutman
- Timothy B O'Brien
Questions people ask
Does O'Brien Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does O'Brien Family Charitable Trust give?
$307,761 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs O'Brien Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas H O'Brien (Trustee), Thomas H O'Brien Jr (Trustee), Lauren C Troutman (Trustee) and Timothy B O'Brien (Trustee).