J Homer Butler Foundation Inc
The J Homer Butler Foundation Inc is a non-operating private foundation based in New York, NY, established in 1960 and granted tax-exempt status in June 1962. The foundation makes grants to charitable organizations worldwide to improve the quality of life for those with leprosy and other chronic diseases.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$3.9M
+1.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$179K
+36.6% YoY
Grant Count
17
+6.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$11K
+28.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation focuses on the relief, care, and assistance of those with Hansen's disease (leprosy) in the medical missions of Roman Catholic institutions in third-world countries. While originally established specifically to provide relief to those with leprosy, the foundation has expanded its grantmaking to include charities that focus on the treatment of other chronic diseases, including:
- HIV/AIDS
- Congenital diseases
- Food and waterborne diseases
Grantmaking
The foundation is supported primarily by investment income from the endowment of its founder, J Homer Butler. A volunteer board meets twice yearly to review grant applications.
Grant Range
$5,000-$15,000
Average Grant
$9,600
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation has historically funded work in:
- India
- Africa
- Central America
- South America
Recent grantees include organizations working in Tamil Nadu, Honduras, and Veracruz.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $3,864,106
- Total Liabilities: $6,100
- Revenue: $320,823
- Expenses: $257,089
- Net Income: $63,734
Historical Giving:
- Over $10 million in grants distributed since incorporation
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $3,870,210 | $3,805,349 | $3,795,691 |
| Revenue | $320,823 | $226,399 | $105,847 |
| Expenses | $257,089 | $220,080 | $275,892 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $227,960 | $186,544 | $249,730 |
| Net Investment Income | $295,806 | $198,903 | $81,214 |
| Distributable Amount | $218,623 | $203,033 | $211,023 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
92 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- James J Yannarell SJ — President
- James F Keenan SJ — Vice-President
- Nicholas T Montalto Esq — Secretary
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAMES J YANNARELL SJ | PRESIDENT | 0.25 | $400 |
| JAMES F KEENAN SJ | VICE-PRESIDENT | — | — |
| KATIE MADSON | SECRETARY | 0.25 | $200 |
| JOHN J EMANUEL | TREASURER | 0.25 | $400 |
| NICHOLAS T MONTALTO ESQ | DIRECTOR | 0.25 | $200 |
| DANIEL R COLEMAN | DIRECTOR | 0.25 | — |
| JAMES J HEDERMAN SJ XAVIER JESUIT C | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| DOROTHY F MONTALTO | DIRECTOR | 0.25 | $200 |
| F PATRICK ROGERS | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| MICHAEL ROSS | DIRECTOR | 0.25 | $200 |
| JOHNATHAN GEORGE | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| SALLY SUE MCDONALD | DIRECTOR | 0.25 | $400 |
| MARIANNE EMANUEL | DIRECTOR | 4.25 | $26,400 |
| DANIEL GATTI SJ | DIRECTOR | 0.25 | $400 |
| CHRISTOPHER ROGERS | DIRECTOR | 0.25 | $400 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Recent grants and initiatives include:
**Emergency Housing in Tamil Nadu:** Following devastating rains and drought in Tamil Nadu, the foundation provided emergency funds to help a local community affected by Hansen's disease rebuild lost homes.
**Custom Orthodics Program:** The foundation continues to support those with leprosy in Tamil Nadu through custom-made orthotic devices.
**Austin Smiles 2024 Grant:** The foundation awarded a grant to Austin Smiles for dental work in Honduras and Veracruz.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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