Thomas D & Frances N Maher Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas D & Frances N Maher Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$63,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $70,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $57,000 | 14 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $70,000 | 16 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $63,000 | 15 | $0 |
How to apply
Thomas D & Frances N Maher 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 Thomas D & Frances N Maher Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $39,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $8,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $4,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $4,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Catholic Christian of Pitt | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Jubilee Soup Kitchen | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Light of Life Rescue Mission | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ewtn Global Network | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Georgetown Union Cancer Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Preborn Ministries | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Retirement Fund for the Religious | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Second Heart | Charitable | $3,000 |
| St Margaret Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Blind & Visions Rehabilitation Svcs | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Cooper Seigel Community Library | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas D Maher Jr
- John Campbell Maher
- Wesley W Creese
Questions people ask
Does Thomas D & Frances N Maher Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas D & Frances N Maher Family Foundation give?
$63,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Thomas D & Frances N Maher Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas D Maher Jr (Trustee), John Campbell Maher (Trustee) and Wesley W Creese (Trustee).
What does Thomas D & Frances N Maher Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and food and hunger.