Performing Arts Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Performing Arts Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $203,229 in 100 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $39,000. 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$203,229
- Number of grants100
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$39,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $173,067 the year before.
56% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $205,987 | 108 | $4.7 million |
| 2023 | $173,067 | 98 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $203,229 | 100 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Performing Arts 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 Performing Arts Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $800 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 47 | $87,077 |
| New York | 32 | $58,722 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $26,880 |
| Indiana | 3 | $22,200 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $1,800 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $1,750 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $750 |
| Missouri | 2 | $550 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Broad Street Review | General operating support | $39,000 |
| Macjannet Foundation | General operating support | $26,380 |
| Root Quarterly of Culturetrust Greater Philadelphia | General operating support | $24,046 |
| Tiferet Center | General operating support | $24,000 |
| International House | General operating support | $12,400 |
| Arts Place | General operating support | $11,000 |
| Jay County Historical Society | General operating support | $11,000 |
| Trustees of University of Pennsylvania | General operating support | $6,000 |
| Society Hill Synagogue | General operating support | $4,200 |
| Jewishgen | General operating support | $4,022 |
| New York Public Radio | General operating support | $1,500 |
| The New Shul | General operating support | $1,500 |
| Litvak Sig Inc | General operating support | $1,300 |
| Gersher Galicia Inc | General operating support | $1,250 |
| Public Theater | General operating support | $1,100 |
| United Way of Southeastern Phlipadelphia | General operating support | $1,100 |
| Center City District Foundation | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Elevator Repair Service | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Ethical Culture Fieldston School | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Jri-Poland | General operating support | $1,000 |
| New York Philharmonic | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Pro Publica | General operating support | $1,000 |
| US Holocaust Memorial Museum | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Les Amis du Pieure | General operating support | $800 |
| Avotaynu Foundation | General operating support | $750 |
| Center City Residents Association | General operating support | $750 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | General operating support | $750 |
| Hias Pennsylvania | General operating support | $550 |
| Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation | General operating support | $500 |
| Anne Saxelby Legacy Fund | General operating support | $500 |
| Atlantic Center for Capital Representation | General operating support | $500 |
| Centurion Ministries | General operating support | $500 |
| Chicago Abortion Fund | General operating support | $500 |
| Curtis Institute of Music | General operating support | $500 |
| Daily Pennsylvanian Advances Campaign | General operating support | $500 |
| Electronic Frontier Foundation | General operating support | $500 |
| Fisher Center Fof Alzheimer's Research | General operating support | $500 |
| Franklin Inn Club | General operating support | $500 |
| Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation | General operating support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Rottenberg
- Barbara R Rottenberg
- Sharon Trulock
- Julie L Rottenberg
- Lisa R Yellin
Questions people ask
Does Performing Arts Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Performing Arts Foundation give?
$203,229 in tax year 2024, across 100 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Performing Arts Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel Rottenberg (President/Chairman), Barbara R Rottenberg (Vice President/Treasurer), Sharon Trulock (Secretary) and Julie L Rottenberg (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Performing Arts Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, international and education.