The Breidegam Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Breidegam Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.4 million in 65 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.4 million
- Number of grants65
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$47.8 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.6 million the year before.
23% 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 | $388,233 | 96 | $46.7 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 123 | $46.7 million |
| 2025 | $2.4 million | 65 | $47.8 million |
How to apply
The Breidegam 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 The Breidegam Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 57 | $2.2 million |
| Iowa | 2 | $201,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lehigh Valley Health Network | To support the health network in the local community | $1.0 million |
| Penn State Health | General support | $250,000 |
| Indian Hills Foundation | General support | $200,000 |
| United Way of Berks County | General support | $150,000 |
| Alvernia University | General support | $100,000 |
| Foundation for the Reading Public Museum | To educate and enlighten through art, science, and civilization | $100,000 |
| Good Shepherd Rehabilitation | Restoring lives by rehabilitation | $100,000 |
| Penn State | General support | $100,000 |
| Olivet Boys and Girls Club | To help children build bright futures | $75,000 |
| Spotlight Pa | General support | $50,000 |
| Our City Reading | General support | $40,000 |
| Rockland Township | New fire truck fund | $30,000 |
| Christ Mertz Lutheran Church | Capital improvements | $15,000 |
| Historical Society of Berks | General support | $15,000 |
| Reading Hospital Foundation | Mobile mammography unit | $15,000 |
| Breast Cancer Support | General support | $12,500 |
| Reading Science Center | Sisters in STEM program & celebrate science day | $12,500 |
| Berks County Intermediate Unit | Head start program at goggleworks | $10,000 |
| Caron Treatment Centers | 2025 richard j caron award of excellence celebration | $10,000 |
| Baylor Scott & White Central Texas Foundation | General support | $9,000 |
| Reading Society of Model Engineers | Storm damage repair fund | $8,000 |
| Schuylkill River Greenway Association | All-season sponsorship | $7,500 |
| John Paul II Center | To provide support for the gala | $7,000 |
| Kutztown Community Partnership | Kutztown strand 2025 | $6,000 |
| American Red Cross | Berks county disaster relief partnership | $5,000 |
| Berks Encore | To enhance and develop aging individuals | $5,000 |
| Easterseals Eastern Pa | 100th anniversary annual appeal | $5,000 |
| Emerging Entrepreneurs Academy | General support | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Eastern Pa | Take the lead 2025 | $5,000 |
| Hannah's Hope Ministries | To assist homeless single mothers achieve a better life for themselves and their children | $5,000 |
| New Journey Community Outreach | To provide support for a daily soup kitchen, weekly food pantry, and weekly clothing center for individuals and families in need | $5,000 |
| Wacosa | Aph/wacosa fundraiser | $5,000 |
| Kutztown Fair Association | Kids day event | $3,500 |
| Friend Inc | 35th annual benefit auction | $3,000 |
| Minsi Trails Council | Lehigh valley leadership dinner | $3,000 |
| Berks Community Health Center | Picture berks healthy 2025 | $2,940 |
| A Good Thyme for Life | A good thyme for life event | $2,500 |
| Alzheimers Association | 2025 walk to end alzheimer's berks county | $2,500 |
| Family Guidance Center | 7th annual mind your health event | $2,500 |
| Miller-Keystone Blood Center | Appreciation series | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Paula Barrett
- Daniel D Breidegam
- Christopher E Pruitt
- Christina Weeber
Questions people ask
Does The Breidegam Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Breidegam Family Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2025, across 65 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs The Breidegam Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paula Barrett (President), Daniel D Breidegam (Vice President), Christopher E Pruitt (Secretary) and Christina Weeber (Treasurer).
What does The Breidegam Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and human services.