Golf Association of Philadelphia Foundation
Accepts applications
Golf Association of Philadelphia Foundation is a private foundation in Broomall, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,250 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$40,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,250
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,600 the year before.
60% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 | $2.1 million |
| 2023 | $5,000 | 1 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $16,600 | 3 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $40,000 | 6 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mario Machi Golf Associaiton of Phi 1974 Sproul Rd Suite 400, Broomall, PA 19008 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (610) 687-2340 |
| What to submit | Mission of organization, type of support requested, specific reason for request |
| Restrictions | Donations are focused on areas within Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey |
What Golf Association of Philadelphia Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $29,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Special Olympics Pennsylvania | Sponsor annual special olympics program - promote athletic involvement for individuals with special needs | $15,000 |
| First Tee of Delaware | Empower young people to build character by using golf as a vehicle for life skills | $10,000 |
| Individual | Provide scholarship assistance to individuals involved in caddy and golf course operations | $5,500 |
| The Super Scratch Championship Foundation Inc | To provide scholarship assistance to turf students and support the future of the golf industry | $5,000 |
| Women Golfers Give Back | Provide grants to women's golf programs in pennsylania, delaware and new jersey | $3,500 |
| Youth on Course (V) | Provide scholarship assistance to make golf accessible to junior golfers | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- P Edward Lovelidge
- Oscar L Mestre
- John R Choyka
- Jeffrey S Henderson
- Daniel B Burton
- T Quinn Spitzer
Questions people ask
Does Golf Association of Philadelphia Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Golf Association of Philadelphia Foundation give?
$40,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,250.
Who runs Golf Association of Philadelphia Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists P Edward Lovelidge (President), Oscar L Mestre (Treasurer/Secretary), John R Choyka (Member) and Jeffrey S Henderson (Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Golf Association of Philadelphia Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.