The Pilgrim Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Pilgrim Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 66 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $150,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.6 million
- Number of grants66
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$31.8 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.6 million the year before.
23% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $2.2 million | 67 | $22.5 million |
| 2022 | $1.7 million | 60 | $21.5 million |
| 2023 | $2.6 million | 68 | $26.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 66 | $31.8 million |
How to apply
The Pilgrim Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Pilgrim Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 23 | $633,573 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $280,000 |
| Ohio | 4 | $247,854 |
| Kansas | 3 | $219,960 |
| New York | 4 | $200,020 |
| California | 5 | $155,000 |
| Michigan | 3 | $105,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $100,000 |
| Arkansas | 2 | $90,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $85,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Meto Inc | General & Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Impact Investing Charitable Foundation Inc | Impact Investments Fund | $145,360 |
| World Relief Corporation of National Association O | General & Unrestricted | $130,000 |
| Aruna Project | General & Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Restavec Freedom Foundation | Bridge Scholarship fund | $92,854 |
| Sinapis Group | General & Unrestricted | $85,000 |
| Cure International Inc | General & Unrestricted | $70,000 |
| Neema Project | General & Unrestricted | $70,000 |
| Love Without Boundaries Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Friends of Haiti Providence University | General & Unrestricted | $55,000 |
| Unshattered Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,020 |
| CTC International Inc | For Ubuntu | $50,000 |
| Hope International | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| International Generosity Foundation Trust | For the Hiya Fund | $50,000 |
| International Generosity Foundation Trust | For Joseph Project | $50,000 |
| Link Global | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Restavec Freedom Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Restore NYC Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Water Missions International | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Impact Investing Charitable Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $48,600 |
| Saltexchange Inc | General & Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Accounting Beyond Borders Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Connections Homes Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Edify | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Mosaic Sa | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Sparrow Fund | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Mind the Gap | Healing with Horses | $37,500 |
| Heartline Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | General & Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Rose Women S Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Bridge Academy and Community Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Delaware County Christian School Society | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Healing Hands of Joy | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Hope Walks Inc | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Joycorps Project | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Parkesburg Point | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| The City School | General & Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Tides Center | Faith to Action Initiative | $30,000 |
| Impact Investing Charitable Foundation Inc | SAFE note for Deux Mains | $26,000 |
| Aspire for Humanity Initiatives | Ebenezer University | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marc Daniel
- Suzanne T Daniel
- Gregory Scot Swords
Questions people ask
Does The Pilgrim Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Pilgrim Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 66 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Pilgrim Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marc Daniel (Dir, VP), Suzanne T Daniel (Dir, Pres, Sec) and Gregory Scot Swords (Treas).
What does The Pilgrim Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and faith communities.