Pat & Neil O'Brien Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pat & Neil O'Brien Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,650 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $2,100 and the largest $13,800. 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$84,650
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$2,100
- Largest grant$13,800
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $68,850 the year before.
29% 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 | $55,100 | 20 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $68,850 | 18 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $84,650 | 24 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Pat & Neil O'Brien 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 Pat & Neil O'Brien Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 17 | $65,350 |
| Florida | 1 | $7,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,200 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,300 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,800 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Special Schools | For education | $13,800 |
| The Catholic Foundation | For education and religion | $12,400 |
| Christ the King Church | For religion | $9,500 |
| My Possibilities | For the handicapped | $7,400 |
| Academy of Homiletics | For community welfare | $7,000 |
| High Hopes Foundation | For health | $5,200 |
| Catholic Charities of Dallas | For welfare | $3,000 |
| Club for Growth Foundation Inc | For welfare | $3,000 |
| Diocese of Dallas | For religion | $3,000 |
| Jesuit College Preparatory School | For education | $3,000 |
| Ursuline Academy of Dallas | For education | $3,000 |
| Cristo Rey | For education | $2,400 |
| Incarnate Word Academy | For education | $1,800 |
| University of Arkansas | For education | $1,800 |
| The Cooper Institute | For healthcare | $1,500 |
| Bridge Breast Network | For healthcare | $1,000 |
| Hunters Bend Elementary School | For education | $1,000 |
| Rice University | For education | $1,000 |
| St Henry's School | For education | $1,000 |
| St Mary's College | For education | $1,000 |
| The Bridge Homeless Recovery Center | For the homeless | $1,000 |
| Georgetown University | For education | $300 |
| Southern Methodist University | For education | $300 |
| Holy Trinity Catholic School | For education | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Rick J O'Brien
- Cynthia O Robinson
- Lauretta O Todd
- Scot W O'Brien
Questions people ask
Does Pat & Neil O'Brien Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pat & Neil O'Brien Foundation give?
$84,650 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $2,100.
Who runs Pat & Neil O'Brien Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rick J O'Brien (President), Cynthia O Robinson (Vice President), Lauretta O Todd (Vice President) and Scot W O'Brien (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Pat & Neil O'Brien Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.