Penn Entertainment Foundation
Accepts applications
Penn Entertainment Foundation is a private foundation in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $452,250 in 49 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$452,250
- Number of grants49
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was down from $579,629 the year before.
71% 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 | $579,629 | 34 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $452,250 | 49 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Penn Entertainment Foundation Inc A 825 Berkshire Blvd Suite 200, Wyomissing, PA 19610 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (610) 378-8325 |
| What to submit | Applications are sent in duplicate via postal mail and include the following supporting documents:a program narrative (detailed on the application), a detailed budget for project/program which organization is seeking funding, a copy of previous and current year budgets, a copy of IRS determination letter of tax-exempt status, copy of prior year's 990, a certified copy of audited financial statements for the most recent fiscal year, a list of the board of directors and their affiliated organizations, a resume' of the executive director and other senior members, and a copy of the most recent annual report. |
| Deadlines | Grants are awarded quarterly. Deadlines for applications are the 1st day of each quarter. Late appli |
| Restrictions | Applicants must have tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code, and must be physically located in the city, town or region where penn entertainment has a business interest. The foundation does not fund operating expenses, endowments, individual scholarships, loans or deficits. The foundation will not fund religious or political activities or fundraising activities. |
What Penn Entertainment Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 24 | $214,000 |
| Michigan | 8 | $180,000 |
| Nevada | 8 | $40,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $12,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $1,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Latin Americans for Social & Economic Development | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Midnight Golf Program | Charitable | $60,000 |
| United Way of Berks County | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Foundation for the Reading Public Museum | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Reading Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Mary's Shelter | Charitable | $14,250 |
| Rodale Institute | Charitable | $11,000 |
| Im Able Foundation | Charitable | $10,300 |
| Alliance to Fight Human Trafficking in Swla | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Alvernia University | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Arab American Civil Rights League | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Catalyst Detroit | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Courageous Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Detroit Youth Golf | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Detroit Youth Sports Commision Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Money Matters 4 Youth | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Childrens Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation | Charitable | $8,500 |
| Laney's Legacy of Hope | Charitable | $7,500 |
| 18th Wonder Improvement Association | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Hope Rescue Mission of the City of Reading Pa | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Centro Hispano Daniel Torres Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Discovery Childrens Museum | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Goodwill Industries of Southern Nevada | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Grant A Gift Autism Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Historical Society of Berks County | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lend A Hand of Boulder City | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Safe Berks | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Tech Impact | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Animal Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Unshakeable | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Vegas Stronger | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Greater Reading Chamber Alliance | Charitable | $2,500 |
| National Trafficking Sheltered Alliance | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Opportunity House | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Reading Science Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| West Jefferson Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Foundation for the Reading Area Community College | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amanda Garber
- D Eric Schippers
- Bryan Goslin
- Aaron Rosenthal
- Harper Ko
- Erin Chamberlin
- Justin Carter
- Wendy Hamilton
- Rafael Verde
- Todd George
- Dan Sabreen
- Felicia Hendrix
- Chris Rogers
Questions people ask
Does Penn Entertainment Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Grants are awarded quarterly. Deadlines for applications are the 1st day of each quarter. Late appli.
How much does Penn Entertainment Foundation give?
$452,250 in tax year 2024, across 49 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Penn Entertainment Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Amanda Garber (Executive Director), D Eric Schippers (Director, Chairman), Bryan Goslin (Treasurer, Joined 1/24) and Aaron Rosenthal (Director) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does Penn Entertainment Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and education.