The Achill Island Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Achill Island Foundation is a private foundation in Shaker Heights, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $201,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$201,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $191,500 the year before.
24% 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 | $191,500 | 15 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $201,500 | 17 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
The Achill Island 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 Achill Island Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 7 | $126,000 |
| New York | 3 | $47,500 |
| Ohio | 4 | $19,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $7,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seton Hall Preparatory School | General unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Cardinal Spellman High School | General unrestricted | $25,000 |
| The Rogosin Institute | General unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Jennings Center for Older Adults | General unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Scholarship Fund for Inner-City Children | General unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Catholic Foundation for Brooklyn and Queens | Futures in education | $7,500 |
| Sacred Heart School | General unrestricted | $6,000 |
| PG Chambers School | General unrestricted | $5,000 |
| St Ignatius High School | Welsh academy | $5,000 |
| Trade Institute of Pittsburgh | General unrestricted | $5,000 |
| St Elizabeth School | General unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Red Cloud Indian School | General unrestricted | $2,000 |
| St Martin de Porres School | General unrestricted | $2,000 |
| St Stanislaus Kostka Church | General unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Hiram House | General unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Our Lady of Sorrows Church | Music program | $1,500 |
| St Elizabeth Church | General unrestricted | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Walton
- Jeanette D Walton
- Robert M Walton
- Michael P Walton
- Andrew S Walton
Questions people ask
Does The Achill Island Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Achill Island Foundation give?
$201,500 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Achill Island Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John C Walton (Trustee), Jeanette D Walton (Trustee), Robert M Walton (Trustee) and Michael P Walton (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Achill Island Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.