The Roemer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Roemer Foundation is a private foundation in Riverton, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.7 million in 41 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$2.7 million
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$50.8 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.2 million the year before.
10% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2.1 million | 36 | $42.2 million |
| 2023 | $2.2 million | 37 | $46.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.7 million | 41 | $50.8 million |
How to apply
The Roemer 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 Roemer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 28 | $2.5 million |
| Florida | 5 | $60,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $37,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $30,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Delaware | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Chester County Hospital Breast Health Fund | Breast health at penn | $1.1 million |
| Brandywine Conservancy | General Funds | $500,000 |
| The Chester County Hospital Foundation | General fund | $250,000 |
| The Chester County Hospital Research Fund | Research fund - dr. Berman | $125,000 |
| Abraham Cancer Center for the Rena Rowan Breast Center | General Funds | $100,000 |
| The Chester County Hospital Endowment Fund | Endowment fund - dr. Berman | $100,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | General funds | $100,000 |
| Unite for Her | General funds | $70,000 |
| Chesapeake Conservancy | General funds | $37,000 |
| Chester County Fund for Women and Girls | General funds | $30,000 |
| Stroud Water Research Center | General funds | $30,000 |
| The Foundation for the Horse | General funds | $25,000 |
| Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center | General funds | $25,000 |
| Cochranville Fire Company | General funds | $20,000 |
| Keystone Valley Fire Department | General funds | $20,000 |
| Palm Beach Fire Rescue Station 27 | General funds | $20,000 |
| Parkesburg Borough Police Department | General Funds | $20,000 |
| Randolph-Macon College | Equestrian program | $15,000 |
| Canine Companions | General funds | $10,000 |
| Canine Partners for Life | General funds | $10,000 |
| Chester County Food Bank | General funds | $10,000 |
| Lady Steel | General funds | $10,000 |
| LCH Health and Community Services | General funds | $10,000 |
| The Kings Academy | General funds | $7,500 |
| Friends of the Everglades | General funds | $5,000 |
| Native American Veterinary Services | Native american veterinary service ("navs") project | $5,000 |
| The Alliance for Health Equity | General funds | $5,000 |
| United States Equestrian Team Foundation Inc | General funds | $5,000 |
| United States Pony Club Inc | General funds | $5,000 |
| Panther Ridge Conservation Center | General funds | $3,000 |
| The Barn at Spring Brook Farm Inc | General funds | $2,000 |
| Therapeutic Horseback Riding Inc | General funds | $2,000 |
| Upland Country Day School | General funds | $1,500 |
| Brandywine Valley SPCA | For chester county spca | $1,000 |
| Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital Foundation | General funds | $1,000 |
| Delaware Art Museum | General funds | $1,000 |
| Main Line Animal Rescue Inc | General funds | $1,000 |
| Operation Warm | General funds | $1,000 |
| Philadelphia Zoo | General funds | $1,000 |
| Primitive Hall Foundation | General funds | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Alice Malone
- Carolyn Nachmias
- Mary Alice Malone Jr
- Catherine D Malone
Questions people ask
Does The Roemer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Roemer Foundation give?
$2.7 million in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Roemer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Alice Malone (Trustee), Carolyn Nachmias (Trustee), Mary Alice Malone Jr (Trustee) and Catherine D Malone (Trustee).
What does The Roemer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and science and research.