The Buckley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Buckley Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2023 it gave $2.4 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $300,000 and the largest $450,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$2.4 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$300,000
- Largest grant$450,000
- Assets$57.2 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2023 was up from $2.2 million the year before.
11% of its 2023 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $2.2 million | 11 | $46.3 million |
| 2023 | $2.4 million | 9 | $57.2 million |
How to apply
The Buckley 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 Buckley Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $1.2 million |
| New Jersey | 1 | $375,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $350,000 |
| New York | 1 | $250,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $100,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St James Episcopal School | Educational program support | $450,000 |
| Independence Missions Schools | Educational program support | $425,000 |
| St Benedict's Preparatory School | Educational program support | $375,000 |
| The American Adventure Service Corps | Leadership and outdoor skills programs | $350,000 |
| La Salle College High School | Educational program support | $300,000 |
| Cristo Rey New York High School | Educational program support | $250,000 |
| Good Samaritan Ministries Inc | Church support | $100,000 |
| Orion Military Scholarship Fund Inc | Scholarship funding | $100,000 |
| Starfinder Foundation | Youth sports program | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marjorie B Buckley
- Walter W Buckley III
- Alexandra B Voris
- Robert Ef Buckley
Questions people ask
Does The Buckley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Buckley Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2023, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $300,000.
Who runs The Buckley Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Marjorie B Buckley (Co-Trustee), Walter W Buckley III (Co-Trustee), Alexandra B Voris (Co-Trustee) and Robert Ef Buckley (Co-Trustee).
What does The Buckley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.