Fairbairn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fairbairn Family Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $136,356 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $28,000. 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$136,356
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$28,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $116,380 the year before.
33% 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 | $120,000 | 39 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $116,380 | 24 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $136,356 | 27 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Fairbairn Family 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 Fairbairn Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $28,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $26,400 |
| California | 2 | $26,200 |
| Florida | 10 | $22,050 |
| Virginia | 1 | $14,000 |
| New York | 3 | $6,150 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,956 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Bach Choir of Bethlehem | General charitable purpose | $28,000 |
| Paper Mill Playhouse | General charitable purpose | $21,600 |
| Pasadena Playhouse | General charitable purpose | $16,200 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General charitable purpose | $14,000 |
| Coral Reef Alliance | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Florida Studio Theatre | General charitable purpose | $4,000 |
| Seeds Access | General charitable purpose | $4,000 |
| Solar One | General charitable purpose | $4,000 |
| Asolo Theatre | General charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Church of the Redeemer | General charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Plymouth Harbor Foundation | General charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe of Florida Inc | General charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Sarasota Memorial Hospital Foundation | General charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Oregon Wild | General charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Dogs Inc | General charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Treehouse Project | General charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| National Academy of Human | General charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Lawrence Academy | General charitable purpose | $1,956 |
| Seaside Seabird Sanctuary | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Speare Memorial Hospital | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Family Promise | General charitable purpose | $800 |
| Thistle Farms | General charitable purpose | $800 |
| National Farm Worker Ministry | General charitable purpose | $800 |
| Ringling College Library Association | General charitable purpose | $350 |
| Light Share Behavioral Wellness | General charitable purpose | $200 |
| Marymount Manhattan College | General charitable purpose | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Ursula Otte Fairbairn
- The Glenmede Trust Company N A
Questions people ask
Does Fairbairn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fairbairn Family Foundation give?
$136,356 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Fairbairn Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ursula Otte Fairbairn (Trustee) and The Glenmede Trust Company N A (Trustee).
What does Fairbairn Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.