O'Connor Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
O'Connor Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $207,000 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $85,000. 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$207,000
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$11.0 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was down from $343,168 the year before.
32% of its 2024 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 | $343,168 | 32 | $10.0 million |
| 2024 | $207,000 | 25 | $11.0 million |
How to apply
O'Connor 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 O'Connor Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 15 | $164,800 |
| Connecticut | 6 | $33,200 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $3,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Cardinals Appeal | Operating support | $85,000 |
| The Buckley School | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Brunswick School | Operating support | $20,000 |
| Catholic Charities Second Century Fund | Operating support | $20,000 |
| North Park Hockey Association | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Memorial Sloan-Ketterin Cancer Center | Operating support | $9,000 |
| New Canaan Community Foundation | Operating support | $6,000 |
| Autism Speaks | Operating support | $5,000 |
| New Canaan Library | Operating support | $5,000 |
| The Alfred E Smith Memorial Foundation | Operating support | $5,000 |
| The Bronxville School Foundation | Operating support | $4,750 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Operating support | $3,500 |
| College of the Holy Cross | Operating support | $2,500 |
| Phillips Academy Andover | Operating support | $1,000 |
| The Taft School | Operating support | $1,000 |
| The Community Fund of Darien | Operating support | $700 |
| Church of Saint Joseph | Operating support | $500 |
| Columbia Business School | Operating support | $500 |
| Georgetown University | Operating support | $500 |
| Graham-Windham | Operating support | $500 |
| St Aloysius Church | Operating support | $500 |
| The Bronxville Public Library | Operating support | $500 |
| Jansen Hospice Care | Operating support | $250 |
| New York-Presbyterian Lawrence Hostpital | Operating support | $200 |
| Reformed Church Nursery School | Operating support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan B O'Connor
- John O'Connor
- William O'Connor
Questions people ask
Does O'Connor Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does O'Connor Family Foundation give?
$207,000 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs O'Connor Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joan B O'Connor (Trustee), John O'Connor (Trustee) and William O'Connor (Trustee).
What does O'Connor Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.