Samuel Tabas Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Samuel Tabas Family Foundation is a private foundation in Haverford, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $285,274 in 45 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $180,974. 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$285,274
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$180,974
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $98,300 the year before.
11% of its 2024 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 | $98,300 | 43 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $285,274 | 45 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Samuel Tabas Family 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 Samuel Tabas Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 36 | $271,274 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Land Preservation Board | Exempt use- agricultural easement 17.5 acres see attached | $180,974 |
| Hope Partnership for Education | Exempt use | $8,500 |
| Temple University | Exempt use | $7,500 |
| Project Hope | Exempt use | $6,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union of Pa | Exempt use | $5,000 |
| Anti Defamation League | Exempt use | $5,000 |
| Free Library of Philadelphia | Exempt use | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation | Exempt use | $5,000 |
| Main Line Reform Temple | Exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Philabundance | Exempt use | $4,000 |
| Philadelphia Childrens Alliance | Exempt use | $4,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania Museum | Exempt use | $4,000 |
| Golden Slipper Club | Exempt use | $3,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Exempt use | $3,000 |
| Woodstock Area Jewish Community | Exempt use | $3,000 |
| Hebrew Immigrant AIDS Society | Exempt use | $2,500 |
| JDC | Exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Northern Light Community Center | Exempt use | $2,500 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Exempt use | $2,500 |
| Inglis Foundation | Exempt use | $2,000 |
| Mazon | Exempt use | $2,000 |
| Police Athletic League | Exempt use | $2,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Exempt use | $2,000 |
| World Affairs Council | Exempt use | $2,000 |
| Alzheimers Disease | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| Bicycle Coalition | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| Federation Early Learning | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| Friends of Arava Institute | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| Juvenile Law Center | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| National Liberty Museum | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| Nova Ukraine | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| Public Interest Law Center | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| Smith Memorial Playground | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| The Education Law Center | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| Wagner Free Institute | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| World Food Program | Exempt use | $1,000 |
| Brookline Fire Co | Exempt use | $500 |
| Haverford Jazz Residency Campaign | Exempt use | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard S Tabas
- Lee E Tabas
Questions people ask
Does Samuel Tabas Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Samuel Tabas Family Foundation give?
$285,274 in tax year 2024, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Samuel Tabas Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard S Tabas (Trustee) and Lee E Tabas (Trustee).
What does Samuel Tabas Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.