Gatter Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gatter Foundation is a private foundation in Unionville, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $375 and the largest $3,000. 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$10,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$375
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$200,201
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,450 the year before.
46% 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 | $10,000 | 15 | $170,885 |
| 2024 | $9,450 | 13 | $187,252 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 16 | $200,201 |
How to apply
Gatter 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 Gatter Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 13 | $8,500 |
| Delaware | 3 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Animal rescue | $3,000 |
| Individual | Agricultural education | $2,000 |
| Kennett Area Community Service | Provides food to indigent | $1,000 |
| Winterthur Museum and Library | Educates americans collections | $800 |
| Individual | Animal rescue | $500 |
| Good Samaritan Services | Helps the homeless | $500 |
| Fairville Friends School | School | $500 |
| Treetops Animal Rescue | Animal rescue | $500 |
| Chester County Food Bank | Provides food to indigent | $250 |
| Eagles Autism Foundation | Promotes autism awareness | $250 |
| Individual | Animal rescue | $200 |
| Longwood Fire Company | Provide fire protection | $200 |
| Cheshire Horse and Hound Fnd | Promoting open space | $100 |
| Individual | $100 | |
| Kennett Fire Company | Provide fire protection | $50 |
| Unionville Community Fair | Agriculture education | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan W Gatter
- Evan M Gatter
Questions people ask
Does Gatter Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gatter Foundation give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $375.
Who runs Gatter Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan W Gatter (Chairman Tre) and Evan M Gatter (Secr Trustee).
What does Gatter Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and food and hunger.