Jerlyn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jerlyn Foundation is a private foundation in Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $111,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $95,000. 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$111,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$95,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $66,250 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 | $56,000 | 26 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $66,250 | 26 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $111,000 | 4 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Jerlyn 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $111,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alvernia University | Donation | $95,000 |
| Berks Art Council | Donation | $10,000 |
| Caron Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| Breast Cancer Support Services of Berks | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolyn R Holleran
- Stephen J Najarian
- Laura Williams
- T Jerome Holleran Jr
- Peter Najarian
- Patrick Holleran
Questions people ask
Does Jerlyn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jerlyn Foundation give?
$111,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Jerlyn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carolyn R Holleran (President), Stephen J Najarian (Secretary/Treasurer), Laura Williams (Director) and T Jerome Holleran Jr (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.