The Mahoney Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mahoney Family Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $308,298 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$308,298
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $512,449 the year before.
50% 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 | $600,394 | 15 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $512,449 | 14 | $6.6 million |
| 2025 | $308,298 | 15 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
The Mahoney 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 The Mahoney Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $150,371 |
| Iowa | 2 | $101,739 |
| Rhode Island | 6 | $55,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,188 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ui Center for Advancement | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club Boston | General charitable purposes | $50,127 |
| Ron Burton Training Village | General charitable purposes | $45,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | General charitable purposes | $25,061 |
| Boys and Girls Club Boston | General charitable purposes | $20,183 |
| East Bay Food Pantry | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Crossroads Rhode Island | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Rhode Island Food Bank | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Bayside YMCA | General charitable purposes | $7,500 |
| Nantucket Land Council | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Tap in Inc | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| The Ireland Fund | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island Center for the Book | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| University of Iowa | General charitable purposes | $1,739 |
| NPH USA | General charitable purposes | $1,188 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie Mahoney
- Michael Mahoney
- Brian Mahoney
- Patrick Mahoney
Questions people ask
Does The Mahoney Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mahoney Family Foundation give?
$308,298 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Mahoney Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Julie Mahoney (Director/President/Treasurer), Michael Mahoney (Director/Secretary), Brian Mahoney (Director) and Patrick Mahoney (Director).
What does The Mahoney Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and food and hunger.