The Geary-OHara Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyArlington, Virginia · EIN 54-6462110 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $23,162.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
57% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Free Clinic | Arlington, VA | Community Healthcare | $25,000 |
| Signature Theatre | Arlington, VA | Performing Arts | $23,162 |
| True Ground Housing Project | Arlington, VA | Affordable Housing Support | $17,000 |
| Kent School | Kent, CT | Wellness/Education | $15,000 |
| ACLU Foundation Inc | New York, NY | Promote Civil Liberty | $15,000 |
| Innocence Project | New York, NY | Criminal Justice Reform | $15,000 |
| Arthritis Foundation | Atlanta, GA | Research & Support for Arthritis Patients | $5,000 |
The return also lists 7 grants to individuals ($130,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $245,162 | 14 |
| 2023 | $263,353 | 15 |
| 2022 | $264,990 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640999349100219
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 54-6462110
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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