Maccarthy Foundation
Invitation OnlySt Louis, Missouri · EIN 45-2225206 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$8.2M
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$148.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $100,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Luke's Hospital | Chesterfield, MO | Annual fund - support | $5,010,000 |
| Forest Park Forever | St Louis, MO | Annual fund - support | $3,000,000 |
| St Louis Symphony Orchestra | St Louis, MO | Annual fund - support | $100,000 |
| Opera Theatre of Saint Louis | St Louis, MO | Annual fund - support | $20,000 |
| City Academy | St Louis, MO | Annual fund - support | $15,000 |
| Ranken Technical College | St Louis, MO | Annual fund - support | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St Louis | St Louis, MO | Annual fund - support | $10,000 |
| Marygrove Child Center | St Louis, MO | Annual fund - support | $5,000 |
| The Magic House | St Louis, MO | Annual fund - support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,180,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $8,255,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $2,256,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611339349102391
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-2225206
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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