Friends of Saint Brendan Inc

Joseph O'Gorman Trust Under Will

Boston, MA

The American Ireland Fund (DBA the Ireland Funds America/the Ireland Funds)

Boston, MA

The American Ireland Fund supports peace and reconciliation, arts and culture, education, and community development, primarily in Ireland, though it also funds organizations worldwide. Its 2024 itemized grants ranged from $7,500 to $638,750, with a median of $11,500; it accepts applications through scheduled online rounds, including the Heart of the Community Fund for nonprofits across the island of Ireland.

Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of Saint John of Jerusalem of Rhodes

New York, NY

The Order funds Catholic charitable and religious work serving people who are sick, poor, disabled, or affected by humanitarian crises, including medical aid, social services, and local volunteer projects. Its 2024 grants ranged from $5,156 to $145,804, with a median of $10,000, and its U.S. Area Grants Program serves projects across the country. The Area Grants Program is open; applicants must be tax-exempt organizations or local projects with active involvement by Order members.

Catholic Schools Foundation Inc

Boston, MA

Catholic Schools Foundation supports scholarships for students with financial need and school programs that promote growth and sustainability at Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Boston. Its 2025 grants had a median of about $105,000, with awards ranging from $8,850 to about $1.27 million. Schools can request access to its grant portal; whether it accepts unsolicited requests is not stated.

The Catholic Community Fund of the Archdiocese of Boston Inc

Braintree, MA

The Catholic Community Fund supports Archdiocese of Boston ministries and programs, including Catholic schools, parishes, clergy, health care, and social services, primarily in Massachusetts. Its 2023 grants ranged from $5,236 to $1,286,474, with a median of $30,734; the separate Catholic Health Foundation program offers grants to eligible organizations in the Archdiocese of Boston, with applications accepted January through April. The profile does not state whether the Catholic Community Fund accepts unsolicited requests.

Fairfield County's Community Foundation Inc

Norwalk, CT

Fairfield County’s Community Foundation funds local nonprofits addressing education and careers, economic security, health equity, housing, civic engagement, and related community needs in Fairfield County, Connecticut. Awards vary widely: capacity-building grants are up to $10,000, Community Impact Grants are $10,000–$15,000, and reported 2025 grants had a median of $24,080. It accepts unsolicited applications for some programs, including rolling capacity-building and small-grant opportunities; Strategic Partner Grants are invitation-only.