Philadelphia Insurance Companies Fdn
Preselected recipients only
Philadelphia Insurance Companies Fdn is a private foundation in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 58 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants58
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$44.7 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
91% 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 | $938,427 | 30 | $29.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 49 | $32.0 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 58 | $44.7 million |
How to apply
Philadelphia Insurance Companies Fdn 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 Philadelphia Insurance Companies Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 30 | $918,500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $120,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $95,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $90,000 |
| California | 3 | $80,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $65,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $45,000 |
| New York | 3 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation | For general charitable purposes | $125,000 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | For general charitable purposes | $120,000 |
| The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation | For general charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| The Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation | For general charitable purposes | $88,500 |
| Academy in Manayunk Inc | For general charitable purposes | $60,000 |
| Trustees of the Univerisity of Pennsylvania | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of America | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Woodmere Art Museum Inc | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Onegoal | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Shoes That Fit | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| American Red Cross | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| University of Georgia Foundation | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Temple University | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| St Josephs University | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Children's Scholarship Fund Philadelphia | For general charitable purposes | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Japanese House and Garden | For general charitable purposes | $45,000 |
| Morgan Adams Foundation | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Trustees of the Univeristy of Pennsylvania | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Freedom House Inc | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Rebuilding Together Philadelphia | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Rochester Opera House | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Madelyn James | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| B Inspired Philadelphia Inc | For general charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Kids Meals Inc | For general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | For general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Le Moyne College | For general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| University of Southern California | For general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | For general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Gallaudet University | For general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Best Buddies International | For general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| University of Nevada Las Vegas Foundation | For general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Florida State University Foundation Inc | For general charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Family Promise of Harrisburg Capital Region | For general charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Brian Dawkins Impact Foundation Inc | For general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Partners Creating Community (PCC) | For general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Neighbors Helping Neighbors on the Main Line | For general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John W Glomb Jr
- Karen A Gilmer-Pauciello
- Michael W Kelly
- Scott Yurko
Questions people ask
Does Philadelphia Insurance Companies Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Philadelphia Insurance Companies Fdn give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 58 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Philadelphia Insurance Companies Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists John W Glomb Jr (Director), Karen A Gilmer-Pauciello (Director), Michael W Kelly (Vice President) and Scott Yurko (Secretary).
What does Philadelphia Insurance Companies Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.