Foundation for Individual Liberty
Preselected recipients only
Foundation for Individual Liberty is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $348,950 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$348,950
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $340,271 the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 | $340,271 | 19 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $348,950 | 23 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
Foundation for Individual Liberty 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Foundation for Individual Liberty funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $144,550 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $115,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $55,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $900 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Objectivist Center LTD DBA the Atlas Society | Assistance for charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| The Barnes Foundation | Assistance for charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Museum of the American Revolution | Assistance for charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| The Becket Fund for Religious Liberty | Assistance for charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Freedomworks Foundation | Assistance for charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Independent Centerelection Cfo | Assistance for charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Founding Forward | Assistance for charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Cato Institute | Assistance for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression Inc | Assistance for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| The Heartland Institute | Assistance for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Institute for Justice | Assistance for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Reason Foundation | Assistance for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| State Policy Network | Assistance for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Williamson College of the Trades | Assistance for charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| The Commonwealth Foundation for Public Policy Alternatives | Assistance for charitable purposes | $8,750 |
| Philadelphia Youth Orchestra | Assistance for charitable purposes | $7,300 |
| Marine Corp Heritage Foundation | Assistance for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Global Liberty Institute | Assistance for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Wills Eye Foundation | Assistance for charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Acton Institute | Assistance for charitable purposes | $3,500 |
| Tun Tavern Legacy Foundation | Assistance for charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Jack Miller Center | Assistance for charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Cape Regional Health System Inc | Assistance for charitable purposes | $900 |
Officers and trustees
- John Aglialoro
- Joan Carter
- Arthur W Hicks Jr
- James Carll
- Liesel Henderson
- Mark Henderson
- Jordan Mersky
- Justin Aglialoro
Questions people ask
Does Foundation for Individual Liberty accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Foundation for Individual Liberty give?
$348,950 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Foundation for Individual Liberty?
Its 2024 filing lists John Aglialoro (Co-Chairman/Trustee), Joan Carter (Co-Chairman/Secretary/Trustee), Arthur W Hicks Jr (President/Treasurer/Trustee) and James Carll (Assistant Secretary/Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Foundation for Individual Liberty fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.