HTC Cottee Charles & Barbara Close Foundation
Preselected recipients only
HTC Cottee Charles & Barbara Close Foundation is a private foundation in Radnor, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $505,000 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$505,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $540,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $825,000 | 5 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $540,000 | 3 | $8.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 2 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
HTC Cottee Charles & Barbara Close 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 HTC Cottee Charles & Barbara Close Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Drexel University | Close foundation designated | $1.0 million |
| Friends of Saint Malachy | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frederick Padden
- William McKernan
- Mike Doyle
- Jim Berneski
- Haverford Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does HTC Cottee Charles & Barbara Close Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does HTC Cottee Charles & Barbara Close Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $505,000.
Who runs HTC Cottee Charles & Barbara Close Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frederick Padden (Trustee), William McKernan (Trustee), Mike Doyle (Trustee) and Jim Berneski (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does HTC Cottee Charles & Barbara Close Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.