The Mary Ann McCracken Foundation was officially launched January 2021, established by the Belfast Charitable Society to celebrate and recognise the life and legacy of Mary Ann. Through its work, the Foundation aims to raise awareness of Mary Ann and her achievements. 

The Foundation also supports initiatives that would be close to her heart if she were alive today. This includes advancing education, preventing or alleviating poverty, advancing human rights and promotion of equality, particularly for women.

The Foundation achieves these objectives through a number of initiatives and events.