The Mccarthy Charities Incorporated
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various community initiatives, particularly in education, youth development, and food security. Its mission focuses on enhancing the quality of life for individuals and families through grants that promote educational programs, community engagement, and assistance for those in need. The foundation primarily serves populations in need, including youth, families, and low-income individuals, with a strong emphasis on supporting local nonprofits and community projects. It is particularly active in funding programs related to arts and culture, health and wellness, and economic development, demonstrating a commitment to fostering a vibrant and sustainable community.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Small to mid-sized community nonprofits operating in the Troy / Rensselaer County / Capital Region of New York with programs in youth development, food security, education, community services or local arts and culture.
Good Fit
- • Clear local presence or programming in Troy/Rensselaer County or the Capital Region of NY
- • Programs for youth, summer camps, food pantries, basic services, or small capital/community projects
- • Track record of serving local residents and clear, concrete budget requests (operating or project support)
- • Existing introduction or nomination by a board member, recurring grantee, or local intermediary
Geography
Observed grants across three years are overwhelmingly in New York, with in-state share effectively 100% despite a token out-of-state count; the footprint is local/state-level rather than multi-state or national.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded many distinct independent recipients each year (about 45, 51, and 39 recipients in the three observed years) across education, youth, food, arts and community services, showing a broad recipient set for a small private foundation.
New Applicants
Direct application is not public—the foundation declares it funds only preselected applicants—but observed turnover is substantial (15 new recipients in the latest year and 30 in 2023), indicating new entrants can be added by nomination or referral even though unsolicited public access appears limited.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
