Empty Cages Forever Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Empty Cages Forever Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $315,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $15,500 and the largest $45,000. 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$315,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$15,500
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $283,500 the year before.
10% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $287,000 | 22 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $283,500 | 18 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $315,000 | 20 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
Empty Cages Forever Charitable Trust 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 Empty Cages Forever Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 8 | $131,000 |
| New York | 3 | $55,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $40,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $22,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Almost Home Wellness Center | Medical expenses | $45,000 |
| The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust USA Inc | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| No Dogs Left Behind Inc | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Muva Rufferz Rescue Inc | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Home for Good Dog Rescue Inc | Medical expenses | $22,000 |
| Paws of War Inc | War-torn pups and cats | $20,000 |
| Big Oaks Rescue Farm | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Friends of Screven County Animals | Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| Helping Hands Humane Society Inc | Unrestricted | $17,000 |
| Palmetto Animal Welfare Services Inc | Unrestricted | $16,000 |
| Sweet Onion Animal Protection Society | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| No Trouble at All Animal Outreach | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Keeper Of the Wild Wildlife Rescue and Sanctuary Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| All Bassets Cherished Basset Hound Rescue Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Always and Furever Midwest Animal Sanctuary Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Big Dog Haven Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Peaceful Fields Sanctuary | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cat Around Town Project | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Hasty's Haven Inc | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Whiskers Animal Rescue and Sanctuary | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- The Glenmede Trust Co N A
Questions people ask
Does Empty Cages Forever Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Empty Cages Forever Charitable Trust give?
$315,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $15,500.
Who runs Empty Cages Forever Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists The Glenmede Trust Co N A (Trustee).
What does Empty Cages Forever Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, health and environment and conservation.