Glencairn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Glencairn Foundation is a private foundation in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $186,680 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$186,680
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$29.9 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $983,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $1.1 million | 3 | $24.2 million |
| 2024 | $983,000 | 4 | $27.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 4 | $29.9 million |
How to apply
Glencairn 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 Glencairn Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $1.4 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Academy of the New Church | Unrestricted | $1.0 million |
| Gen Church of New Jerusalem | Unrestricted | $363,359 |
| Bryn Athyn Cub Scouts | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Glencairn Museum | Unrestricted | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- Garrett Schorran
- Cailin Hill
- Jake Brown
- Marijke Bau-Madsen
- Blake Holmes
- Thayer Pendleton
- Kris Pitcairn
- Erin Stillman
Questions people ask
Does Glencairn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Glencairn Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $186,680.
Who runs Glencairn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Garrett Schorran (President), Cailin Hill (Vice Preside), Jake Brown (Treasurer) and Marijke Bau-Madsen (Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Glencairn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.