John and Carole Bartholdson Foundation
Accepts applications
John and Carole Bartholdson Foundation is a private foundation in Wayne, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,675 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$50,675
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$670,451
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $46,625 the year before.
32% 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 | $35,900 | 31 | $599,232 |
| 2024 | $46,625 | 17 | $641,324 |
| 2025 | $50,675 | 22 | $670,451 |
How to apply
| Contact | John R Bartholdson 485 Devon Park Drive Suite 114, Wayne, PA 19087 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (610) 772-3140 |
What John and Carole Bartholdson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 11 | $37,850 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $11,550 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 2 | $275 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University | Education Enrichment Programs | $25,000 |
| Bryn Mawr Hospital Foundation | Support Main Line Hospital | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Cottage Hospital | To Support Massachusetts General Hospital programs | $5,000 |
| Boston Medflight | Public Education and Research programs | $2,500 |
| Brigham Women's Hospital | General Operating Support | $2,500 |
| The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society | General operating Support | $2,000 |
| Baker Industries | Training and rehabilitation programs | $1,000 |
| Gemma Services | Residential treatment program | $1,000 |
| Good Works | Repairing homes for low-income families | $1,000 |
| Inglis House | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Sankaty Head Foundation | Summer Caddie Program | $1,000 |
| Surrey Services for Seniors | Center-based and virtual programs | $1,000 |
| Food for the Poor | To provide aid and improve the health, economic, social, and spiritual conditions of the poor | $500 |
| St Benoventure Indian School | General operating Support | $500 |
| St Malachy Catholic School (Independence Mission School) | General operating Support | $500 |
| Academy Of Notre Dame | General Operating Support | $250 |
| Amigos de Jesus | Education Enrichment Programs | $250 |
| Covenant House | Transitional living program | $250 |
| Nantucket Historical Association | To support preservation, education, and public programming related to local history and culture. | $250 |
| Father Chuck's Challenge | General operating Support | $100 |
| Nantucket Community Sailing Inc | General operating Support | $50 |
| Fresh Air Fund | To provide NYC children from low-income families with cultural, recreational, and educational experiences at its camps | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Carole D Bartholdson
- John R Bartholdson
- John A Bartholdson
- Leigh O'Black
- Kristen E Peter
- Janet B Fry
Questions people ask
Does John and Carole Bartholdson Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does John and Carole Bartholdson Foundation give?
$50,675 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs John and Carole Bartholdson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carole D Bartholdson (President), John R Bartholdson (Secretary-Treasurer), John A Bartholdson (Director) and Leigh O'Black (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does John and Carole Bartholdson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.