The John J Mcdonnell Margaret T O'brien Foundation
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 51-0644921 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$756K
Organizations funded21
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$18M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $50,000.
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
65% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicines for Humanity | Rockland, MA | General | $145,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | Boston, MA | General | $120,000 |
| Notre Dame Cristo Rey High School | Lawrence, MA | General | $85,000 |
| University of Miami | Miami, FL | General | $65,000 |
| Christian Appalachian Project | Lancaster, KY | General | $50,000 |
| Madison Square Boys and Girls Club | New York, NY | General | $50,000 |
| Americans Indian College | Decatur, GA | General | $26,250 |
| Grace Institute | New York, NY | General | $25,000 |
| Ricardo O' Gorman Garden | New York, NY | General | $25,000 |
| Piegan Institute | Browning, MT | General | $25,000 |
| Covenant House | New York, NY | General | $20,000 |
| Rosie's Place | Boston, MA | General | $20,000 |
| Plebeian Helpers Inc | Babylon, NY | General | $20,000 |
| St Josephs Indian School | Chamberlain, SD | General | $15,000 |
| Sister Celeste Child Development | Tulita, CA | General | $15,000 |
| Bread of Life | Rye, NY | General | $10,000 |
| Ma's House and Bipoc Studio | Southhampton, NY | General | $10,000 |
| Melrose Alliance Against Violence | Melrose, MA | General | $10,000 |
| National Indian Child Welfare Association | Portland, OR | General | $10,000 |
| Follow Your Art Community | Melrose, MA | General | $5,000 |
| The Food Drive | Melrose, MA | General | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $756,250 | 21 |
| 2024 | $667,450 | 18 |
| 2023 | $545,000 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641289349102689
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 51-0644921
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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