Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family
The Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family is a private foundation based in Westerly, Rhode Island. Its 2025 filing reports $19,000 in grants to 11 charitable organizations.
Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family at a glance
In short: Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family gave $19K across 11 grants in 2025 (avg $2K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $19,000
- Grants made (2025)
- 11
- Average grant
- $1,727
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $397,448
- -1.5% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Florida (50% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 45 Williams Avenue, Westerly, RI 02891
Phone: (401) 474-8694
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Lupus Foundation ($5K). Together the top 10 received $19K.
Grant Size Distribution
11 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 11 grants of 11 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 grants went to recipients in Florida, Rhode Island, Illinois, Virginia, Massachusetts, and West Virginia. By grant dollars, the reported recipient-state shares were Florida 50%, Rhode Island 16%, Illinois 13%, Virginia 10%, and Massachusetts 5%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
Cities
How Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family gives
- In 2025 it paid out 75% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 11 grants totaling $19K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lupus Foundation Boynton Beach, FL | Charitable | $4,542 |
| Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation North Palm Beach, FL | Charitable | $4,486 |
| Preservation of Egyptian Theatre Dekalb, IL | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Peoples Health Richmond, VA | Charitable | $1,986 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute Boston, MA | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Marcy C Wheeler School Providence, RI | Charitable | $1,000 |
| St Bernadette Catholic Church Hedgesville, WV | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Westerly Hospital Auxiliary Westerly, RI | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Society of St Puis X Davie FL Davie, FL | Charitable | $500 |
| Special Olympics Rhode Island Smithfield, RI | Charitable | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $397,448 | $28,424 | $31,677 | $19,000 | 11 | $20,657 | $17,404 | $27,390 |
| 2024 | $403,701 | $405,331 | $4,630 | — | — | $3,695 | $18,965 | $22,680 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family reported a distributable amount of $27K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants included support for organizations with varied activities. The Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation describes its work as strengthening surrounding communities and improving the lives of neighbors in need. Preservation of Egyptian Theatre says it maintains, operates, and preserves a historic structure and provides a forum for cultural and entertainment events. Special Olympics Rhode Island says it provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 11 grants totaling $19,000. Grants ranged from $486 to $4,542, with a median grant of $1,000. Notable grants included $4,542 to Lupus Foundation, $4,486 to Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation, $2,500 to Preservation of Egyptian Theatre, and $1,986 to Peoples Health. It also gave $1,000 to Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Marcy C Wheeler School, St Bernadette Catholic Church, and Westerly Hospital Auxiliary; $500 to Society of St Puis X Davie FL and Special Olympics Rhode Island; and $486 to Weekapaug Foundation for Conservation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Thomas Dwyer, Frank X Dwyer, Robert J Dwyer, and Kathleen Dwyer as trustees.
Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family's 2025 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Frank X. Dwyer
Trustee
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kathleen Dwyer
Trustee
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert J. Dwyer
Trustee
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Thomas Dwyer
Trustee
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family
How much does Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family give each year?
Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family gave $19K across 11 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family's typical grant size?
Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family's median grant in 2025 was $1,000, and its average grant was $1,727, across 11 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family give grants?
Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family gives mostly in Florida: 50% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Rhode Island (16%) and Illinois (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Westerly, RI (2 grants).
Does Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (11 grants).
Who are Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family's largest grantees?
Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family's largest 2025 grantees include Lupus Foundation ($4,542), Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation ($4,486) and Preservation of Egyptian Theatre ($2,500), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 61% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family?
Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family reported $397K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $21K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $27K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants included support for organizations with varied activities. The Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation describes its work as strengthening surrounding communities and improving the lives of neighbors in need. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family's EIN?
Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 99-4026256. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Does Frank X and Roselyn Dwyer Family accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS June 23, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 6, 2026)
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