The McQuaid Foundation
The McQuaid Foundation is a private foundation based in Phoenix, Arizona. Its 2020 IRS filing is marked as its final return, so the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
The McQuaid Foundation at a glance
In short: The McQuaid Foundation gave $38K across 12 grants in 2020 (avg $3K), mostly in Arizona. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $38,158
- Grants made (2020)
- 12
- Average grant
- $3,180
- Median grant
- $500
- Primary geography
- Arizona (99% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The McQuaid Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- Contact
Mailing address: 5141 N 40Th Street No 100, Phoenix, AZ 85018
Phone: (602) 840-7572
Website: https://www.mcquaidfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The McQuaid Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Human Services Campus LLC ($26K). Together the top 10 received $33K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($5,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 12 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in Arizona and 1% to recipients in Ohio.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 12 grants totaling $38K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Human Services Campus LLC Phoenix, AZ | General Fund Donation | $25,773 |
| 1 individual scholarship Recipients not named | — | $5,000 |
| Andre House Phoenix, AZ | Donation | $3,385 |
| American Endowment Foundation Hudson, OH | Donation | $500 |
| Brophy Prep Phoenix, AZ | Donation | $500 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope Phoenix, AZ | Donation | $500 |
| Phoenix Police Foundation Phoenix, AZ | Donation | $500 |
| Arizona Sky Volleyball Academy Phoenix, AZ | Donation | $500 |
| New Pathways for Youth Phoenix, AZ | Donation | $500 |
| Banner University Medical Center Phoenix, AZ | Donation | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $4,151 | $38,158 | $38,158 | 12 | $476 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The McQuaid Foundation reported a distributable amount of $476 for 2020 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants went to organizations and causes including homelessness services, youth programs, a police foundation, education, health care, and other charitable activities. For example, Human Services Campus Inc says its Keys to Change initiative uses collaboration to create solutions to end homelessness. New Pathways for Youth describes its work as supporting young people and their families to help youth build lives with joy and purpose. These are the grantees’ descriptions of their own missions.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation made 12 grants totaling $38,158. Grant amounts ranged from $250 to $25,773, with a median of $500. Its largest grants included $25,773 to Human Services Campus LLC for a general fund donation, $5,000 to an individual recipient for a scholarship, and $3,385 to Andre House for a donation. Other listed grants included $500 each to American Endowment Foundation, an individual recipient, Boys Hope Girls Hope, Phoenix Police Foundation, Arizona Sky Volleyball Academy, New Pathways for Youth, and Banner University Medical Center, and $250 each to The Be Kind Project and Mother’s Heart.
The foundation states on its final 2020 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists Robert Michael McQuaid and Molly Gene McQuaid as co-directors.
The McQuaid Foundation's 2020 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Molly Gene McQuaid
Co-Director
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Robert Michael McQuaid
Co-Director
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "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 The McQuaid Foundation
How much does The McQuaid Foundation give each year?
The McQuaid Foundation gave $38K across 12 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The McQuaid Foundation's typical grant size?
The McQuaid Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $500, and its average grant was $3,180, across 12 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The McQuaid Foundation give grants?
The McQuaid Foundation gives mostly in Arizona: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Phoenix, AZ (8 grants).
Does The McQuaid Foundation give general operating support?
Occasionally: 8% of The McQuaid Foundation's 2020 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 12) were for general or operating support, per its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Donation" (10 grants).
Who are The McQuaid Foundation's largest grantees?
The McQuaid Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include Human Services Campus LLC ($25,773), Andre House ($3,385) and American Endowment Foundation ($500), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($5,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 78% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does The McQuaid Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants went to organizations and causes including homelessness services, youth programs, a police foundation, education, health care, and other charitable activities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The McQuaid Foundation?
The McQuaid Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, according to Grantable's research on its published guidelines. Check mcquaidfoundation.org for any change to that policy.
How much is The McQuaid Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, The McQuaid Foundation reported a distributable amount of $476 on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The McQuaid Foundation's EIN?
The McQuaid Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-1769822. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does The McQuaid Foundation 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 October 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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