Theresa & Edward O'Toole Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Theresa & Edward O'Toole Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.8 million in 58 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$4.8 million
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$97.6 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.2 million the year before.
60% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5.2 million | 49 | $92.4 million |
| 2024 | $4.8 million | 58 | $97.6 million |
How to apply
Theresa & Edward O'Toole 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 Theresa & Edward O'Toole Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $1.8 million |
| New York | 27 | $1.5 million |
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $415,000 |
| New Jersey | 8 | $375,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $215,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $175,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $150,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mystical Humanity of Christ | General operating | $500,000 |
| University of San Diego | General operating | $500,000 |
| All Catholic Studios | General operating | $300,000 |
| Carmel of Jesus Mary Joseph | General operating | $250,000 |
| Comm for Mission Resp of Archdiocese Ny | General operating | $220,000 |
| St Patricks Seminary | General operating | $160,000 |
| Catholic Charities Bureau Inc | General operating | $150,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | General operating | $150,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul Los Angel | General operating | $150,000 |
| Saint Peters University | General operating | $130,000 |
| Mustard Seed Communities | General operating | $125,000 |
| Providence Rest Home | General operating | $120,000 |
| Rosary Hill Home | General operating | $120,000 |
| Xavier Society for the Blind | General operating | $120,000 |
| Sisters of St Frances | General operating | $100,000 |
| Franciscan School of Theology | General operating | $100,000 |
| Cristo Rey Boston High School | General operating | $90,000 |
| St Christopher's Inn | General operating | $80,000 |
| Good Shepherd Hospice | General operating | $75,000 |
| Benedictine Sisters of Erie | General operating | $65,000 |
| Junipero Serro High School | General operating | $55,000 |
| St Joseph's Senior Home | General operating | $50,000 |
| Cardinal McCloskey Community Services | General operating | $50,000 |
| Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School MD | General operating | $50,000 |
| Sisters of St Dominic of Amityville | General operating | $50,000 |
| Academy of Mt St Ursula | General operating | $50,000 |
| St Peter's Boys High School | General operating | $50,000 |
| St Joseph Convent | General operating | $50,000 |
| Archdiocese of Newark | General operating | $50,000 |
| St Dominics Family Services | General operating | $50,000 |
| Capuchin Franciscans Western America | General operating | $50,000 |
| Rise Up Industries | General operating | $50,000 |
| St Elizabeth Seton Childrens Foundation | General operating | $45,000 |
| Lsa Family Health Service | General operating | $40,000 |
| Purdue University | General operating | $40,000 |
| Fontbonne Hall Academy | General operating | $35,000 |
| Lacordaire Academy | General operating | $30,000 |
| St Ann's Monastery and Shrine Basilica | General operating | $30,000 |
| Sisters of the Presentation of the | General operating | $25,000 |
| Home for the Aged Little Sisters of the | General operating | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bert Degheri
- Bny Mellon N A
Questions people ask
Does Theresa & Edward O'Toole Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Theresa & Edward O'Toole Foundation give?
$4.8 million in tax year 2024, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Theresa & Edward O'Toole Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bert Degheri (Co-Trustee) and Bny Mellon N A (Trustee).
What does Theresa & Edward O'Toole Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.