The Becket Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Becket Family Foundation is a private foundation in Malvern, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $464,115 in 88 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $35,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$464,115
- Number of grants88
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$9.8 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $321,000 the year before.
36% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $430,000 | 81 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $321,000 | 66 | $9.4 million |
| 2025 | $464,115 | 88 | $9.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Alane Ann Becket PO Box 1342, Malvern, PA 19355 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (610) 644-7800 |
| What to submit | Applicant's own letter describing charitable or exempt purpose. |
| Restrictions | None, provided that the organization qualifies under irc section 501(c)3. |
What The Becket Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 23 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 44 | $190,002 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $51,000 |
| New York | 6 | $50,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 2 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $20,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $12,500 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $12,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $12,500 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $11,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Penn State Dance Marathon | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Humane Society of Louisiana | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Ado | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Brady United Against Gun Violence | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Mr Holland's Opus Foundation | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Abbyfest | Unrestricted | $10,002 |
| Baker Industries | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| BSHS Soaring to New Heights | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Covenant House | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Hoffman House for Youth | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Mazon A Jewish Response to Hunger | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| North Shore Animal League | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Benchmark School | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Malvern Prepatory School | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Project Home | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Jewish Community Foundation of NM | Unrestricted | $5,113 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Pre | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Americares | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Andrew Hicks Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Back on My Feet | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Chester County Food Bank | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Clean Ocean Action | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Community Volunteers in Medicine | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cure Alzheimers Fund | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Direct Relief | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Feeding America | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Holy Trinity Parish | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Main Line Animal Rescue | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| New Mexico Veterans Integration | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Philabundance | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of Am | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Save the Children | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alane Becket
- Ann Barrie Fila
- Georgi Becket
- Scott Becket
Questions people ask
Does The Becket Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Becket Family Foundation give?
$464,115 in tax year 2025, across 88 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Becket Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alane Becket (President &), Ann Barrie Fila (Secretary), Georgi Becket (Director) and Scott Becket (Director).
What does The Becket Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, environment and conservation and faith communities.