The Barish & O'Brien Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Barish & O'Brien Foundation is a private foundation in White Plains, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $9,518 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $1,893. 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$9,518
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$1,893
- Assets$22,455
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was down from $10,143 the year before.
23% 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 | $10,143 | 26 | $26,998 |
| 2024 | $9,518 | 22 | $22,455 |
How to apply
The Barish & O'Brien 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 The Barish & O'Brien Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $6,418 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $300 |
| Virginia | 2 | $300 |
| Alabama | 1 | $300 |
| Georgia | 1 | $200 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $200 |
| Iowa | 1 | $100 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| White Plains Hospital | General | $1,893 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Generalgeneral | $1,500 |
| Lifting Up Westchester | General | $1,000 |
| White Plains Beautification Foundation Inc | General | $1,000 |
| City of White Plains Mayor's Scholarship Fund | General | $1,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | General | $500 |
| Paws Crossed Animal Rescue Inc | General | $350 |
| Ny Botanical Garden | General | $300 |
| Hospice of Westchester | General | $250 |
| Wire Fox Terrier Club of the Central States | General | $200 |
| Eleventh Hour Rescue | General | $200 |
| Christian Relief Services Inc - American Helping Americans | General | $200 |
| Humane Society of the United States | General | $200 |
| Cornell University Dept of Ornithology | General | $125 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General | $100 |
| American Cancer Society | General | $100 |
| American Red Cross | General | $100 |
| Amnesty International | General | $100 |
| Human Rights Campaign (HRC) | General | $100 |
| Innocence Project | General | $100 |
| Meals on Wheels of White Plains | General | $100 |
| The Salvation Army | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- David I Barish
- Catherine J O'Brien
Questions people ask
Does The Barish & O'Brien Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barish & O'Brien Foundation give?
$9,518 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs The Barish & O'Brien Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David I Barish (Trustee) and Catherine J O'Brien (Trustee).
What does The Barish & O'Brien Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and environment and conservation.