Clarence J Venne Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Clarence J Venne Foundation is a private foundation in Richboro, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $459,515 in 57 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$459,515
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$8.6 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $454,000 the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 | $454,000 | 46 | $8.0 million |
| 2024 | $459,515 | 57 | $8.6 million |
How to apply
Clarence J Venne 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 Clarence J Venne Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 27 | $198,750 |
| Arizona | 2 | $52,000 |
| Colorado | 9 | $43,500 |
| Texas | 4 | $38,000 |
| New York | 3 | $30,765 |
| Florida | 2 | $22,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $20,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $15,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $12,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rancho Feliz | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| St Ignatius Nursing Home | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Bridges for Peace | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Mercy Ships | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Feed the Children | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Good Works Inc | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Unbound | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Youth on Their Own | Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Donors Choose | Unrestricted | $10,765 |
| Chester County Food Bank | Unrestricted | $10,500 |
| College Settlement | Unrestricted | $10,500 |
| Americares Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Convoy of Hope | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Exodus Road | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ken's Krew Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Lion Charter School | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Philabundance | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Save the Children | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Telluride Medical Center Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Building A Bridge to Uganda | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Penn Home of the Sparrow | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Crossroads Safe House | Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| ALS of Greater Philadelphia | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Face to Face | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Great Commission Coalition | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lasalle Academy | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Laurel House | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mercy Career and Technical Hs | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| One House at A Time | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Philly House | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Prayer Covenant | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Pspca | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| St Alphonsus | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Summer Search | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Sheridan Opera House | Unrestricted | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marie Pendergast
- Patricia Venne
- Joanne Quinn Ravina
- Margaret Brower
- Nancy Venne
Questions people ask
Does Clarence J Venne Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Clarence J Venne Foundation give?
$459,515 in tax year 2024, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Clarence J Venne Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marie Pendergast (Pres/Direct/), Patricia Venne (Vp/Direct/Tr), Joanne Quinn Ravina (Trea/Direct/) and Margaret Brower (Sec/Direct/T) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Clarence J Venne Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.