Assumption University
Assumption University is a comprehensive, catholic liberal arts institution sponsored by the augustinians of the assumption. We awaken in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Our curricular and co-curricular programs provide students with an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. We are a diverse community that welcomes different points of view and embraces all who share our mission. Enlivened by the catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason, and by the pursuit of the truth in the company of friends, an assumption education transforms the mind and hearts of students.
Assumption University at a glance
In short: Assumption University gave $300K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $300K), mostly in Massachusetts. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $300,000
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $300,000
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $300,000
- Total assets
- $234,617,862
- -2.0% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Assumption University
- Next open deadline
- December 15, 2026 (Light The Way Scholarship)
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Assumption University
Who Assumption University funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was The Augustinians of the Assumption ($300K).
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $250–500K range: 4 grants of 5 (80%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How Assumption University gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (−2%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $300K (2023) to $305K (2022). In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $300K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Augustinians of the Assumption Brighton, MA | General Purpose | $300,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $234,617,862 | $129,112,574 | $137,584,883 | $300,000 | 1 | $6,468,122 |
| 2024 | $239,289,169 | $127,143,548 | $129,299,078 | $300,000 | 1 | $8,865,793 |
| 2023 | $237,826,109 | $116,907,832 | $121,995,531 | $300,000 | 1 | $3,141,912 |
| 2022 | $249,199,201 | $139,781,957 | $125,845,887 | $305,100 | 2 | $7,930,508 |
| 2021 | $264,318,471 | $147,045,190 | $121,097,485 | — | — | $26,809,649 |
| 2019 | $233,637,868 | $112,143,434 | $112,778,851 | — | — | $2,857,848 |
About Assumption University
Based on IRS filings
Assumption University is a public charity focused on Education, based in Worcester, MA. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $234.6M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $300K. Net investment income was $6.5M.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Assumption University is led by Gregory Weiner, President since 2024 (on filings since 2021); 14 of 41 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Gregory Weiner
President
Vice President & Provost → President, 2024
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$174K (2021) → $443K (2025)
Candace A. Race
Chair of the Board
Trustee → Chair of the Board, 2023
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Raymond Albert
Director of Cybersecurity
Director → Director of Cybersecurity, 2024
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$188K (2021) → $216K (2025)
Andrew S. Viens
Trustee
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Carl M. Cafaro
Trustee
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Carolyn M. Clancy
Trustee
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christine C. Marcks
Trustee
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael J. Kelly PhD
Trustee
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richard J. Catrambone
Trustee
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richard P. Burke Jr.
Trustee
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Stephen T. Skoly Jr. DMD
Trustee
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Suzanne M. Besnia Esq.
Trustee
On filings since 2019
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jon Weaver
Trustee
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Edward Shatov Aa
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Emmanuel Larbi
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John L. Franck Aa
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marcel Poirier Aa
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Peter R. Precourt Aa
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richard Lamoureux
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sharon Brovelli
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sr Clare T. Tjader Ra
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Vincent Leclercq Aa
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Paquette
Trustee
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Maj Gen Robert Catalanotti
Trustee
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Martha Martini Rice
Trustee
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Stephen F. Knott
Trustee
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Virginia Rentko
Trustee
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marc Guerra
Provost
Professor → Provost, 2024
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$127K (2019) → $228K (2025)
Peter D. Wells MBA CPA
Vice President Finance & Administrator
Treasurer, Vice President Finance & Administrator → Vice President Finance & Administrator, 2025
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$189K (2019) → $301K (2025)
Conway Campbell Sr. EdD
Vice President Student Successor
Vice President of Student Successor → Vice President Student Successor, 2024
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$121K (2021) → $156K (2025)
Christina Graziano
Secretary to the Board
Trustee → General Counsel & Vice President Strategy, 2024
General Counsel & Vice President Strategy → Secretary to the Board, 2025
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$163K (2024) → $254K (2025)
William Boffi
Vice President Enrollment
Vice President of Enrollment Management → Vice President Enrollment, 2024
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$167K (2023) → $253K (2025)
Christopher Ferreira
Dean
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$139K (2023) → $175K (2025)
Jill Abrahams
Vice President Inst. Advancement
Vice President Advancement → Vice President Inst. Advancement, 2025
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
$178K (2024) → $180K (2025)
Patrick Cullen
Dean
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
$206K (2024) → $214K (2025)
John White
Interim Vice President for Inst. Advancement
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$152K (2025)
Kimberly Schandel
Dean
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$159K (2025)
Marisa Gregg
CMO & Committee Officer
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$99K (2025)
Wendy Buja
Associate Program Director Pa
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$143K (2025)
Chi Ai Nguyen
Vice Chair of the Board
Vice Chair & Trustee → Vice Chair, 2024
Vice Chair → Vice Chair of the Board, 2025
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
E. Jane Clapp
CFO, Vice President of Finance & Administrator
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (59)
- Former: Francesco Cesareo (2019–2024) — Former President
- Former: Caitlin Stover (2023–2024) — Dean
- Former: Edda Colon-Irizzary (2023–2024) — Trustee
- Former: Micheal J. Kelly PhD (2023–2024) — Trustee
- Former: Paul Douillard (2023–2024) — Former Interim Provost
- Former: Kevin Hickey (2024) — Professor
- Former: Maureen Halley (2024) — CMO
- Former: Dennis M. Gallagher (2019–2023) — Vice Chair & Trustee
- Former: Francis Bedard (2019–2023) — Chair of the Board
- Former: Harris Macneill (2019–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Joseph Foley (2019–2023) — Professor
- Former: Joseph Spillane (2019–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Lilliam Miller (2019–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Deborah Cady Melzer (2021–2023) — Vice President of Student Affairs
- Former: James Krukones (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Linda Rosenlund (2022–2023) — Interim Vice President of Advmt
- Former: Alex A. Castro Aa (2023) — Trustee
- Former: Greg S. Weiner Phd Interim (2023) — President
- Former: Jill Wierbicki (2023) — Vice President for Inst. Advanc.
- Former: Laura Pena Pantano (2023) — Vice President of Student Affs.
- Former: Maj General Robert G. (2023) — Catalanotti & Trustee
- Former: Melanie Demarais (2023) — Interim Vice President of Advmt
- Former: Michael Rubino Sec Of The (2023) — Board, General Counsel & Vice President Strategy
- Former: Robert Amrien (2023) — Assistant Professor
- Former: Alex A. Castro (2019–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Daniel Mahoney (2019–2022) — Professor
- Former: Edward Shatov (2019–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Major General (2019–2022) — Catalanotti & Trustee · Filing note: Retired robert g
- Former: Marcel Poirier (2019–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Michael D. Sleeper (2019–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Michael Rubino (2019–2022) — Secretary to the Board
- Former: Peter Precourt (2019–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Robert Mirabile (2019–2022) — Vice President of Enrollment Management
- Former: Sr Clare Teresa Tjader (2019–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Timothy Stanton (2019–2022) — Vice President of Inst. Advisor
- Former: Vincent Leclercq (2019–2022) — Trustee
- Former: John Franck (2021–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Anthony Traylor (2022) — Professor
- Former: James Lang (2022) — Professor
- Former: Jennifer Niece (2022) — Professor
- Former: Alison C. Kenary (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Matthew P. Doyle (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: Michael Guilfoyle (2019–2021) — Executive Director
- Former: Robert Gray Jr. (2019–2021) — Trustee
- Former: James Benestad (2021) — Professor
- Former: Kevin Carlin (2021) — Associate Professor
- Former: Paul Ady (2021) — Associate Professor
- Former: William Katcher (2021) — Associate Professor
- Former: Catherine Woodbrooks (2019) — Vice President
- Former: Dennis Braun (2019) — Director of Professional Studies
- Former: Evan Lipp (2019) — Vice President
- Former: John Barnosky (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Laure Aubuchon (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Louise Carroll Keeley (2019) — Vice President
- Former: Michael T. Sullivan (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Michele D'amour (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Ralph Pearson PhD (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Robert Longden (2019) — Trustee
- Former: Todd Derderian (2019) — Director of Business Services
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $443K, to Gregory Weiner (President). 14 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Assumption University
How much does Assumption University give each year?
Assumption University gave $300K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $300K across 1 grant.
How large is Assumption University?
Assumption University reported $234.6M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $129.1M.
What is Assumption University?
Assumption University is a public charity focused on Education, based in Worcester, MA. It holds $234.6M in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Assumption University operate?
Assumption University has awarded grants in Massachusetts, New Jersey.
What is Assumption University's EIN?
Assumption University's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-2105776. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS April 18, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2025
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