The O'Connor Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The O'Connor Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $82,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $14,000. 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$82,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$14,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $92,500 the year before.
22% of its 2025 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 | $93,500 | 20 | $720,023 |
| 2024 | $92,500 | 21 | $938,347 |
| 2025 | $82,500 | 18 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The O'Connor 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 O'Connor Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $24,500 |
| New York | 4 | $16,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $16,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $14,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude Children's Research | General expenses | $14,000 |
| Operation Smile | General expenses | $12,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General expenses | $8,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General expenses | $8,000 |
| Covenant House | General expense | $6,000 |
| Food for the Poor Inc | General expenses | $6,000 |
| St John Neumann | General expense | $5,000 |
| Beaumont Retirement Fund | General expense | $5,000 |
| Sisters of St Joseph | General expenses | $3,000 |
| St Joseph's University | General expenses | $2,500 |
| Hope Partnership for Education | General expenses | $2,000 |
| Project Home | General expenses | $2,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General expenses | $2,000 |
| Speak Up | General expense | $2,000 |
| St Joseph's Prep Fund | General expenses | $2,000 |
| Academy of Notre Dame | General expense | $1,000 |
| ASPCA | General expense | $1,000 |
| The Farm Sanctuary | General expense | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerald J O'Connor Sr
Questions people ask
Does The O'Connor Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The O'Connor Family Foundation give?
$82,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs The O'Connor Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gerald J O'Connor Sr (Trustee).
What does The O'Connor Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.