The Irene Ryan Foundation Barbara Mclean Managing Director
Historical FunderFoxboro, Massachusetts · EIN 95-2702624 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | BARBARA MCLEAN |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 KEYES RD 223, CONCORD MA 01724 |
| Phone | 9494004620 |
| BHMCLEAN@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUESTS ACCEPTED FOR THEATRE AND ARTS PROGRAM FUNDING, FOR BOTH GENERAL SUPPORT AND SPECIFIC PROGRAM AND EVENT PURPOSES. |
| Deadlines | NO SPECIFIC DEADLINES. |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
60% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perkins Academy for the Blind | Watertown, MA | Theatre arts program support. | $10,000 |
| Raleigh Little Theatre | Raleigh, NC | Theatre arts program support. | $10,000 |
| Theatre For All | Wilmington, NC | Theatre arts program support. | $10,000 |
| Rare Bird Theatre | Spring Creek, NC | Theatre arts program support. | $10,000 |
| Positive Action Community Theatre | Encinitas, CA | Theatre arts program support. | $5,000 |
| Rehabilitation Thru Arts | Purchase, NY | Theatre arts program support. | $5,000 |
| Art Access Inc | Raleigh, NC | Theatre arts program support. | $5,000 |
| Special Need Art Program | Lexington, MA | Theatre arts program support. | $5,000 |
| Cape Symphony Cape Arts & Entertainment | West Barnstable, MA | Theatre arts program support. | $5,000 |
| Special Stars Performing Arts | Salisbury, MA | Theatre arts program support. | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $70,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $0 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503179349100530
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 95-2702624
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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