Kenneth R Siger Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kenneth R Siger Foundation is a private foundation in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,506 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $1,036 and the largest $6,267. 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$52,506
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$1,036
- Largest grant$6,267
- Assets$125,119
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,292 the year before.
56% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9,780 | 8 | $157,439 |
| 2024 | $30,292 | 22 | $158,734 |
| 2025 | $52,506 | 32 | $125,119 |
How to apply
Kenneth R Siger 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 Kenneth R Siger Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $18,489 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $14,767 |
| California | 3 | $5,220 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $4,020 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,624 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,067 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,044 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $1,545 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,030 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Central Kitchen | Combat world hunger | $6,267 |
| Recessartorg | Social justice through art | $5,000 |
| The Trevor Project | Lgbtq counseling | $3,102 |
| American Whitewater | Conservation | $2,624 |
| National Public Radio | Support national public radio | $2,500 |
| Thirteenwnet | Support public television | $2,500 |
| International Rescue Committee | Social welfare | $2,108 |
| Islamic Relief USA | Social welfare | $2,067 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | Social welfare | $2,066 |
| Save the Children | Social welfare | $2,044 |
| National Park Foundation | Conservation | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Social welfare | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Social welfare | $2,000 |
| Friends of the Cheat | Conservation | $1,545 |
| Community Help in Park Slope | Community aid | $1,060 |
| Prospect Park Alliance | Outdoor activities & environment | $1,036 |
| City Harvest Food Rescue Center | Food distribution | $1,035 |
| Pride Center Vermont | Lgbtq community support | $1,030 |
| Amnesty International USA | Social justice support | $1,030 |
| Mountain Watershed | Environmental & protection | $1,020 |
| Outdoor Alliance | Conservation | $1,000 |
| WQXR | Subsidiary of npr | $1,000 |
| Wqed Multimedia | Support public radio | $1,000 |
| Wyep | Support community broadcasting | $1,000 |
| Wesa | Subsidiary of npr | $1,000 |
| Pact Collective in Kensington | Mass mutual aid | $1,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Environmental conservation | $1,000 |
| Fabscrap | Fabric recycling | $515 |
| Team River Runner | Kayaking support to disabled | $500 |
| Saranac Lake Adirondock USA | Conservation | $205 |
| Wbgo | Jazz radio support | $200 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | Social welfare | $52 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel J Siger
- Dorothy J Siger
- Edward Aufman
Questions people ask
Does Kenneth R Siger Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kenneth R Siger Foundation give?
$52,506 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $1,036.
Who runs Kenneth R Siger Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel J Siger (Chairman), Dorothy J Siger (Secretary) and Edward Aufman (Manager).
What does Kenneth R Siger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and food and hunger.