Civic Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Civic Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $82,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$82,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $44,500 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $46,500 | 10 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $44,500 | 10 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $82,000 | 12 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Civic Foundation Inc 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 Civic Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $61,000 |
| California | 4 | $19,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Temple University | Endowed scholarship | $25,000 |
| The Barnes Foundation | Project support | $12,500 |
| Thomas Jefferson University | Program funding | $10,000 |
| Unity Council of Alameda County Inc | Project support | $7,500 |
| Social Good Fund | General operating funds | $7,000 |
| Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia | General operating funds | $5,000 |
| Arden Theatre Company | General operating funds | $5,000 |
| JCC of the East Bay | Program funding | $2,500 |
| Philadelphia Theatre Company | General operating funds | $2,500 |
| Brandeis University | endowed scholarship | $2,000 |
| Berkeley Repertory Theater | General operating funds | $2,000 |
| Philabundance | General operating funds | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Miriam Lowe
- Diane L Bernbaum
- Rosalyn L Weinstein
- Edwin Bernbaum
- Stephen P Weinstein
Questions people ask
Does Civic Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Civic Foundation Inc give?
$82,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Civic Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Miriam Lowe (Secretary), Diane L Bernbaum (President), Rosalyn L Weinstein (Treasurer) and Edwin Bernbaum (Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Civic Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.