North Penn Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
North Penn Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,120 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,400 and the largest $6,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$42,120
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,400
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$804,390
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was down from $56,634 the year before.
35% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $44,950 | 21 | $983,872 |
| 2024 | $56,634 | 25 | $791,255 |
| 2025 | $42,120 | 23 | $804,390 |
How to apply
North Penn Charitable 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 North Penn Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 19 | $32,600 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $6,500 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,020 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Willie Stargell Foundation | Community assistance | $6,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Community assistance | $3,500 |
| Cradle of Liberty Council Boy Scouts of America | Community assistance | $3,000 |
| Good Shepherd Center | Community assistance | $3,000 |
| Hazleton Integration Project | Community development | $2,500 |
| Helping Hands Society | Community development | $2,500 |
| Indigo Spoon Foundation | Community assistance | $2,500 |
| Palermo Heart to Heart Foundation | Community assistance | $2,500 |
| North Scranton Vikings | Community assistance | $2,000 |
| Abington Heights Guidance Department | Community assistance | $2,000 |
| Boysgirls Clubs Nepa | Community assistance | $1,500 |
| Lackawanna Blind Association | Community assistance | $1,400 |
| Can Do Community Foundation | Community assistance | $1,100 |
| Logan Frederico Fund | Community assistance | $1,020 |
| Scranton Area Foundation | Community assistance | $1,000 |
| Lackawanna Valley Heritage | Community assistance | $1,000 |
| Abington Heights Student Aid Fund | Education | $1,000 |
| United Way of Lackawanna and Wayne Counties | Community assistance | $1,000 |
| A Safe Place | Community assistance | $1,000 |
| Kelly Laley Fund | Community assistance | $1,000 |
| Rotary Club of the Abingtons | Community assistance | $500 |
| Ahhs Marching Comets | Community assistance | $500 |
| Saint Joseph's Center | Community assistance | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Frederick L Hickman
- Kevin Lamont
- Bridget A Kennedy
Questions people ask
Does North Penn Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does North Penn Charitable Foundation give?
$42,120 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,400.
Who runs North Penn Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frederick L Hickman (Director), Kevin Lamont (Director) and Bridget A Kennedy (Director).
What does North Penn Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.