John & Margaret Brennan Trust
Preselected recipients only
John & Margaret Brennan Trust is a private foundation in Johnston, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,154 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $9,872 and the largest $9,872. 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$69,154
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$9,872
- Largest grant$9,872
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $86,710 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 | $78,583 | 8 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $86,710 | 8 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $69,154 | 8 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
John & Margaret Brennan Trust 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 John & Margaret Brennan Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $29,616 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $19,744 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $9,922 |
| Georgia | 1 | $9,872 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire Catholic Charities | Unrestricted gift | $9,872 |
| New Horizons for New Hampshire Inc | Unrestricted gift | $9,872 |
| Society for Propagation of Faith | Unrestricted gift | $9,872 |
| Care | Unrestricted gift | $9,872 |
| Covenant House | Unrestricted gift | $9,872 |
| Salvation Army | Unrestricted gift | $9,872 |
| International Rescue Committee | Unrestricted gift | $9,872 |
| St Patrick Church | Unrestricted gift | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Citizens Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does John & Margaret Brennan Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Margaret Brennan Trust give?
$69,154 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $9,872.
Who runs John & Margaret Brennan Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Citizens Bank NA (Trustee).
What does John & Margaret Brennan Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and human services.