Rotary Foundation of Philadelphia
Preselected recipients only
Rotary Foundation of Philadelphia is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $32,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$32,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$631,452
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was down from $38,500 the year before.
82% 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 | $38,500 | 10 | $600,644 |
| 2024 | $32,000 | 13 | $631,452 |
How to apply
Rotary Foundation of Philadelphia 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 Rotary Foundation of Philadelphia funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 10 | $26,500 |
| California | 2 | $3,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Philly House | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
| Lasalle University | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
| Widener University | Charitable Contribution | $5,000 |
| Dialogue Institute | Charitable Contribution | $2,500 |
| Rotary District 5280 | Charitable Contribution | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia | Charitable Contribution | $2,500 |
| Ascendance | Charitable Contribution | $2,000 |
| Lutheran Settlement House | Charitable Contribution | $1,500 |
| Liguori Academy | Charitable Contribution | $1,500 |
| Individual | Charitable Contribution | $1,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charitable Contribution | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charitable Contribution | $1,000 |
| Shelter Box USA | Charitable Contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sean Friedland
- James Comfort
- Shawn McGill
- Colin McMorrow
- Ken Myers
- Walter Pinkas III
- Peter Henson
- Christa Cobb
- Waheed Gbadamosi
- John Schueler
- Carrie Sharpshair
Questions people ask
Does Rotary Foundation of Philadelphia accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rotary Foundation of Philadelphia give?
$32,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Rotary Foundation of Philadelphia?
Its 2024 filing lists Sean Friedland (President), James Comfort (Secretary), Shawn McGill (Treasurer) and Colin McMorrow (Director) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does Rotary Foundation of Philadelphia fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and housing and homelessness.