SW Calkins Foundation
Preselected recipients only
SW Calkins Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $66,875 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $15,938 and the largest $25,000. 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$66,875
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$15,938
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $59,250 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $59,000 | 3 | $1.1 million |
| 2023 | $59,250 | 4 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $66,875 | 4 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
SW Calkins 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 SW Calkins Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $66,875 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Bucks County Herald Foundation | Community | $25,000 |
| Snipes Farm and Education Center | Education | $21,875 |
| Pennsylvania State University | Community | $10,000 |
| Spotlight Pa | Educational equity scholarship | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra C Hardy
Questions people ask
Does SW Calkins Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SW Calkins Foundation give?
$66,875 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $15,938.
Who runs SW Calkins Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sandra C Hardy (Trustee).
What does SW Calkins Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.