Michael Duke Foundation
Accepts applications
Michael Duke Foundation is a private foundation in Gladwyne, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,543 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $6,650 and the largest $17,033. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$84,543
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$6,650
- Largest grant$17,033
- Assets$0
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,197 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $60,914 | 8 | $0 |
| 2024 | $77,197 | 10 | $0 |
| 2025 | $84,543 | 11 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael Duke Foundation PO Box 856, West Chester, PA 19380 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (484) 653-8215 |
| What to submit | The foundation has built relationships with area schools, with whom they work with to identify candidates. The school's admissions office alerts the foundation of candidates in need, and submits confirmation that the student is actively enrolled. The foundation presents the candidates before the board for a vote of approval. |
| Restrictions | Each candidate is reviewed and approved by the board based on 2 critieria. 1. The candidate has lost a parent 2. The candidiate is in need of tuition assistance |
What Michael Duke Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $49,486 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $30,057 |
| Delaware | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Tuition | $17,033 |
| Individual | Tuition | $13,024 |
| Individual | Tuition | $12,250 |
| Individual | Tuition | $7,500 |
| Individual | Tuition | $7,136 |
| Individual | Tuition | $6,650 |
| Individual | Tuition | $5,000 |
| Individual | Tuition | $4,400 |
| Individual | Tuition | $3,850 |
| Individual | Tuition | $3,850 |
| Individual | Tuition | $3,850 |
Officers and trustees
- Martha Pagdi
- Elizabeth Silberman
- Ted Silberman
- Claire Levy
Questions people ask
Does Michael Duke Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Michael Duke Foundation give?
$84,543 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $6,650.
Who runs Michael Duke Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martha Pagdi (President), Elizabeth Silberman (Vice President), Ted Silberman (Treasurer) and Claire Levy (Secretary).
What does Michael Duke Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.