Quentin J Kennedy Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Quentin J Kennedy Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Nyack, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 74 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants74
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$22.5 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $992,000 the year before.
14% of its 2025 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 | $660,000 | 72 | $19.0 million |
| 2024 | $992,000 | 82 | $21.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 74 | $22.5 million |
How to apply
Quentin J Kennedy Foundation Inc 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 Quentin J Kennedy Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 21 | $457,000 |
| New York | 25 | $390,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $75,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $60,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $55,000 |
| Virginia | 5 | $36,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $36,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Englewood Health Foundation | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Holy Name Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $70,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $58,000 |
| York Street Project | Charitable | $58,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Collier County | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Villa Marie Claire | Charitable | $45,000 |
| Ability Beyond Disability | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Goodwill of Nynj | Charitable | $35,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Eva's Village | Charitable | $33,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Salvation Army New Jersey Division | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Cancer Couch | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Lamont Doherty | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Ny Presbyterian Fund | Charitable | $25,000 |
| PBS Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| The Cenacle | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Sma Fathers | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Oblate Sisters of Saint Francis de Sales | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Center for Food Action | Charitable | $18,000 |
| Bridgeport Rescue Mission | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Calvary Fund | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Catholic Charities USA | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Covenant House | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Heifer International | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Ycs | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Operation Hope Inc | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Channel 13WNET Group | Charitable | $15,000 |
| St Joseph's School for the Blind | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Fresh Air Fund | Charitable | $11,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Animal Haven | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Soar | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Church of the Holy Apostles Food Bank | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Holy Name Hospital - Haiti | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Charitable | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Kate Kennedy
- Quentin J Kennedy Jr
- Megan M Kennedy
Questions people ask
Does Quentin J Kennedy Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Quentin J Kennedy Foundation Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 74 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Quentin J Kennedy Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Kate Kennedy (Secretary), Quentin J Kennedy Jr (President) and Megan M Kennedy (Treasurer).
What does Quentin J Kennedy Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and faith communities.