The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 41 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$81.8 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8.0 million the year before.
51% 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 | $8.0 million | 37 | $86.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 41 | $81.8 million |
How to apply
The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts 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 The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 9 | $1.2 million |
| Pennsylvania | 22 | $498,500 |
| New York | 4 | $212,667 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $150,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $41,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $40,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation to Combat Antisemitism | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $1.0 million |
| Open Squash | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $166,667 |
| Tuition Support Fund Inc | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $150,000 |
| For Pete's Sake | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $100,000 |
| YMCA of MV | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $100,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $75,000 |
| Project Home | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $50,000 |
| The Jewish Federation of Philadelphia | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $50,000 |
| Wendy Novak Diabetes Institute | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $40,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $25,000 |
| Children's Crisis Treatment Center | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $25,000 |
| Culturetrust Greater Philadelphia | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $25,000 |
| First Tee Greater Philadelphia | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $25,000 |
| Philadelphia Museum of Art | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $25,000 |
| Society of the Four Arts | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $25,000 |
| Spin | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $25,000 |
| Thomas Jefferson University | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $25,000 |
| Island Grown Initiative | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $20,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Community Foundation | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $20,000 |
| Pacific Links Foundation | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $20,000 |
| Squash and Education Alliance | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $20,000 |
| Sheriff's Meadow Foundation | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $15,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $12,000 |
| Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $11,000 |
| Byerschool Foundation | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $10,000 |
| Martha's Vineyard Community Services | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $10,000 |
| MV Youth | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $10,000 |
| Ryan's Case for Smiles | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $10,000 |
| Theatre 4 Young People | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $10,000 |
| Beyond Celiac | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $5,000 |
| Chestnut Hill Community Association | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $5,000 |
| Friends of St Malachy | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $5,000 |
| Moore College of Art and Design | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $5,000 |
| The I'm Still Running Foundation | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $5,000 |
| West Palm Golf Community Trust | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $5,000 |
| Woodmere Art Museum | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $5,000 |
| The Agnes Irwin School Fund | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $1,000 |
| The Kristen Ann Carr Fund | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $1,000 |
| Vineyard Open Land Foundation | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $1,000 |
| Chestnut Hill Garden District Fund | To help fund the organizations' operational budgets | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Aileen K Roberts
- Brian L Roberts
Questions people ask
Does The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Aileen K Roberts (President) and Brian L Roberts (Vice President).
What does The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.