The Winifred and William O'Reilly Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Winifred and William O'Reilly Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $202,200 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$202,200
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$336,846
- New grantees84%
Giving in 2024 was up from $107,000 the year before.
84% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $275,000 | 33 | $19,482 |
| 2023 | $107,000 | 15 | $398 |
| 2024 | $202,200 | 25 | $336,846 |
How to apply
The Winifred and William O'Reilly 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 Winifred and William O'Reilly Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York. It also paid $5,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $119,200 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 2 | $6,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chaminade High School | To support youth education | $25,000 |
| Salve University | To support education | $25,000 |
| Lifes Worc | To provide support for people with disabilities and autism | $20,000 |
| Covenant House Georgia | To support youth experiencing homelessness | $15,000 |
| Adwa Development Association | To support communities in adwa and neighboring towns | $10,000 |
| Joe Namath Foundation | To provide funding for various children's charities and neurological research | $10,000 |
| Sisters of Life | To support the catholic community | $10,000 |
| St Marys High School | To support youth education | $10,000 |
| Tuesdays Children | To support veteran families | $10,000 |
| Wabc Radio Foundation | To support public radio programming | $10,000 |
| Addington Fund | To provide disaster relief efforts for farmers | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island | To support youth mentorship programs | $5,000 |
| Christ Church Day School | To support youth education | $5,000 |
| Dyspraxia DCD America | To provide support for families with dyspraxia | $5,000 |
| End Brain Cancer Initiative | To provide support for patients with brain cancer | $5,000 |
| Folds of Honor | To support educational scholarships for veterans and first responders | $5,000 |
| New Ground | To support programs for veterans | $5,000 |
| St Edwards Catholic Church | To support church programming | $5,000 |
| The Innocence Project of Florida | To support innocent inmates in florida prisons | $5,000 |
| The Social Good Fund | To support youth education | $5,000 |
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | To support guide dog training | $2,000 |
| Like A Daisy Foundation | To support individuals with disabilities | $2,000 |
| The Asher House | To support animal rescues and sheltering | $2,000 |
| Delta Rescue | To support animal rescues | $1,000 |
| Nassau Museum of Art | To support art museum | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- William O'Reilly
- Edgar Royce
- Evan R Bell
Questions people ask
Does The Winifred and William O'Reilly Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Winifred and William O'Reilly Foundation give?
$202,200 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Winifred and William O'Reilly Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William O'Reilly (Director/President), Edgar Royce (Director/Vp) and Evan R Bell (Director/Secretary/Treasur).
What does The Winifred and William O'Reilly Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and disability.