Reading-Berks Auto Club Foundation for Safety
Preselected recipients only
Reading-Berks Auto Club Foundation for Safety is a private foundation in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $168,097 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $7,096 and the largest $156,001. 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$168,097
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$7,096
- Largest grant$156,001
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $61,691 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $67,642 | 4 | $972,374 |
| 2024 | $61,691 | 3 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $168,097 | 3 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Reading-Berks Auto Club Foundation for Safety 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 Reading-Berks Auto Club Foundation for Safety funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $161,001 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $7,096 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Various Berks County School Districts Municipalities & Police Departments | Safety programs | $156,001 |
| Aaa Foundation for Traffic Safety | Safety programs | $7,096 |
| The Salvation Army | Safety programs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter J Armstrong
- Michael D Axman
- David A Hawkins
- Susan B McCord
- Michael Frasch
- Carl Seidl
Questions people ask
Does Reading-Berks Auto Club Foundation for Safety accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Reading-Berks Auto Club Foundation for Safety give?
$168,097 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $7,096.
Who runs Reading-Berks Auto Club Foundation for Safety?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter J Armstrong (Chairman), Michael D Axman (Vice Chairman), David A Hawkins (Cfo/Secretary) and Susan B McCord (Assistant Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Reading-Berks Auto Club Foundation for Safety fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and human services.