The McCourt Foundation Inc
Striving to help cure neurological diseases, while empowering communities to build a healthier world.
The McCourt Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The McCourt Foundation Inc gave $1.4M across 8 grants in 2024 (avg $169K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,354,638
- +20.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 8
- +33.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $169,330
- -9.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $35,000
- Total assets
- $19,885,731
- -0.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (78% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The McCourt Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Students Run America DBA Students Run LA ($929K). Together the top 8 received $1.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
31 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 20 grants of 31 (65%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 8 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The McCourt Foundation Inc gives
- Giving grew 632% from 2021 to 2024. 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 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $185K (2021) to $1.4M (2024). In 2024 it made 8 grants totaling $1.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Students Run America DBA Students Run LA Tarzana, CA | Event Entries for Students | $929,200 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, MA | Supporting Neurology Research | $230,000 |
| Los Angeles Unified School District Los Angeles, CA | 26TH MILE | $87,500 |
| Brigham & Womens Hospital Boston, MA | Supporting Neurology Research | $35,000 |
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Los Angeles, CA | Supporting Neurology Research | $35,000 |
| The Boston Home Boston, MA | We seek to make a compelling difference in the lives of adults with advanced multiple sclerosis and other progressive neurological conditions. | $15,513 |
| Massachusetts Mecfs & FM Association Quincy, MA | General Support | $13,262 |
| The Lead Out Foundation Hingham, MA | Aspires to make life easier for those with spina bifida and accessibility and mobility challenges. | $9,163 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,885,731 | $10,248,455 | $12,136,456 | $1,354,638 | 8 | $37,315 |
| 2023 | $20,009,505 | $8,739,099 | $11,250,811 | $1,121,885 | 6 | $20,920 |
| 2022 | $21,783,885 | $6,244,258 | $11,260,674 | $1,190,225 | 7 | $4,893 |
| 2021 | $29,762,470 | $6,917,849 | $6,538,434 | $185,000 | 3 | $46,136 |
| 2020 | $29,164,650 | $9,549,769 | $8,021,980 | $1,101,565 | 7 | $-2,982 |
| 2019 | $30,802,971 | $24,821,556 | $578,113 | $283,491 | 5 | $42,945 |
About The McCourt Foundation Inc
Based on IRS filings
The McCourt Foundation Inc is a public charity, based in South Boston, MA. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $19.9M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 8 grants totaling $1.4M. Net investment income was $37K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The McCourt Foundation Inc is led by Brian McCourt, President since 2024 (on filings since 2019); 6 of 8 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Brian McCourt
President
President → Chairman & President, 2020
Chairman & President → President, 2024
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$81K (2019) → $90K (2024)
John Duke
Senior Director of Partnerships
Senior Director → Senior Director of Partnerships, 2022
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$267K (2020) → $145K (2024)
Laurie Gestal
Senior Director Marketing
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$174K (2022) → $174K (2024)
Stacy Ferraro
Senior Director of Operations
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$139K (2022) → $143K (2024)
Claudia Gliga
Accounting Manager
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$125K (2020) → $146K (2024)
Murphy Reinschreiber
Chief Operating Officer
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$266K (2020) → $246K (2024)
Ryan McCourt
Clerk
Member → Director, 2021
Director → Clerk, 2024
On filings since 2019
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Frank McCourt
Treasurer
Member → Director, 2021
Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Paul McCourt (2019–2022) — Treasurer
- Former: John Palmer (2020–2021) — Senior Director
- Former: Stacy Embretson (2020–2021) — Senior Director of Operati
- Former: Peter McCourt (2019) — Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $246K, to Murphy Reinschreiber (Chief Operating Officer). 6 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The McCourt Foundation Inc
How much does The McCourt Foundation Inc give each year?
The McCourt Foundation Inc gave $1.4M across 8 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.1M across 6 grants.
What is The McCourt Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The McCourt Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $35,000, and its average grant was $169,330, across 8 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does The McCourt Foundation Inc give grants?
The McCourt Foundation Inc gives mostly in California: 78% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Massachusetts (22%). The most frequent recipient cities were Boston, MA (3 grants) and Los Angeles, CA (2 grants).
Does The McCourt Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 13% of The McCourt Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 8) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990. Recurring purposes include "Supporting Neurology Research" (3 grants).
Who are The McCourt Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The McCourt Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Students Run America DBA Students Run LA ($929,200), Massachusetts General Hospital ($230,000) and Los Angeles Unified School District ($87,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 92% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The McCourt Foundation Inc?
The McCourt Foundation Inc reported $19.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $10.2M.
What is The McCourt Foundation Inc's EIN?
The McCourt Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 90-0623963. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS June 23, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS December 20, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS June 13, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 16, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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