Sickler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sickler Foundation is a private foundation in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,600 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$70,600
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,500 the year before.
47% 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 | $50,250 | 7 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $47,500 | 10 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $70,600 | 15 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Sickler 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 Sickler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 12 | $54,600 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wilkes University | General | $15,000 |
| Franklin Institute | General | $10,000 |
| National Constitution Center | General | $10,000 |
| Monument Academy Public Charter School | General | $10,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | General | $5,000 |
| St Basil Church | General | $3,000 |
| Sunday Love Project | General | $2,500 |
| ESU Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| Vetri Community Partnership | General | $2,500 |
| St Monica Parish | General | $2,500 |
| Make the World Better | General | $2,500 |
| Ed Snider Youth Hockey & Education | General | $2,500 |
| Shriner's Hospital | General | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics | General | $1,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | General | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- John J Sickler Jr
- Doris E Sickler
- Beth Ann DeBruyn
- Donna M Sickler
Questions people ask
Does Sickler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sickler Foundation give?
$70,600 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Sickler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John J Sickler Jr (President/Director), Doris E Sickler (Secretary/Treasurer/Director), Beth Ann DeBruyn (Director) and Donna M Sickler (Director).
What does Sickler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.