Robert Carwithen Music Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert Carwithen Music Foundation is a private foundation in Lafayette Hill, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $156,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $36,000 and the largest $36,000. 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$156,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$36,000
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $80,000 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $115,000 | 6 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $156,000 | 6 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Robert Carwithen Music 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 Robert Carwithen Music Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $48,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $36,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $36,000 |
| New York | 1 | $36,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Curtis Institiute of Music | College schlorships | $36,000 |
| The Eastman School of Music | College schlorships | $36,000 |
| Wheaton College | College schlorships | $36,000 |
| Iu Jacobs School of Music | College schlorships | $36,000 |
| Chestnut Hill Baptist | College schlorships | $10,000 |
| Chester County Christian Church | College schlorships | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert McCormick
- Jennifer Difenbach
- Patricia Watkins
- Susan Brown
- Chris Dewees
- Thomas McGlone
Questions people ask
Does Robert Carwithen Music Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert Carwithen Music Foundation give?
$156,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $36,000.
Who runs Robert Carwithen Music Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert McCormick (Chairperson), Jennifer Difenbach (Trustee), Patricia Watkins (Trustee) and Susan Brown (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Robert Carwithen Music Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.