Laura and Richard Steel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Laura and Richard Steel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $36,843 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $6,443. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$36,843
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$6,443
- Assets$541,535
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2024 was up from $26,500 the year before.
92% of its 2024 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 | $26,500 | 9 | $485,994 |
| 2024 | $36,843 | 13 | $541,535 |
How to apply
Laura and Richard Steel Family 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
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $15,600 |
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $14,243 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nationalities Service Center | To enhance the facilities of the organization | $6,443 |
| Federation | For general purposes | $5,000 |
| National Safety Council | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Adl | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Friends of Idf | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $3,600 |
| Innocence Project | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $2,000 |
| Chrons | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $2,000 |
| Ronald McDonald | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $2,000 |
| Chop | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Heights | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Chabad Pittsburgh | To further the charitable purpose of the organization | $900 |
| Pitt Hillel | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $900 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Steel
- Richard Steel
- Emily Glassman
- Marc Steel
Questions people ask
Does Laura and Richard Steel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Laura and Richard Steel Family Foundation give?
$36,843 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Laura and Richard Steel Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laura Steel (Trustee), Richard Steel (Trustee), Emily Glassman (Trustee) and Marc Steel (Trustee).