Aster Foundation Of Philadelphia
Preselected recipients only
Aster Foundation Of Philadelphia is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,300 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,500. 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$14,300
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$132,458
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was down from $14,326 the year before.
23% 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 | $10,250 | 10 | $126,927 |
| 2024 | $14,326 | 14 | $122,965 |
| 2025 | $14,300 | 13 | $132,458 |
How to apply
Aster Foundation Of Philadelphia 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 Aster Foundation Of Philadelphia funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $10,800 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $250 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Manna | General program support | $2,500 |
| Free Library of Philadelphia | General program support | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southeastern Pennsylvania | General support | $2,000 |
| The Trevor Project | Support lgtbq youth | $2,000 |
| Homeless Advocacy Project | Support programs | $1,500 |
| Philadelphia Film Society | Support film festival | $1,000 |
| The Attic Youth Center | Programs for safe community | $1,000 |
| Oxfam America | General support | $1,000 |
| West Kensington Ministries | Sponsor hole in golf fundraiser | $300 |
| The Augustana Fund | General support | $250 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Support law school | $250 |
| University of South Carolina | General support | $250 |
| Lantern Theater | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Wamser
- Julie Donahue Wamser
- Daniel McCollom
Questions people ask
Does Aster Foundation Of Philadelphia accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Aster Foundation Of Philadelphia give?
$14,300 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Aster Foundation Of Philadelphia?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Wamser (Trustee), Julie Donahue Wamser (Trustee) and Daniel McCollom (Trustee).
What does Aster Foundation Of Philadelphia fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.