The Conestoga Road Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Conestoga Road Foundation is a private foundation in Malvern, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $613,200 in 50 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $85,000. 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$613,200
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$12.6 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $469,000 the year before.
16% 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 | $390,000 | 50 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $469,000 | 49 | $11.9 million |
| 2025 | $613,200 | 50 | $12.6 million |
How to apply
The Conestoga Road 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 Conestoga Road Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 14 | $134,100 |
| New York | 17 | $124,600 |
| Florida | 3 | $113,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $65,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $60,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $55,000 |
| California | 4 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $14,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Metropolitan International Scho of Miami Parent Teacher Association | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $85,000 |
| Fairfield University | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $65,000 |
| The Catholic University | Conestoga road scholarship | $60,000 |
| NYU Grossman School of Medicine | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $40,000 |
| Academy of Notre Dame | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $30,000 |
| Children's Aid & Family Services | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $30,000 |
| Ho-Ho-Kus Worth Memorial Library | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $25,000 |
| Ho-Ho-Kus School | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $20,000 |
| Northern Highlands Region High Scho | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $20,000 |
| St Joseph's Preparatory School | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $20,000 |
| Style Saves | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $20,000 |
| Church of St Ignatius Loyola | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $12,100 |
| Little Sister of the Assumption | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $10,000 |
| Maria Droste Counseling Services | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $10,000 |
| Marymount School of Ny | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $10,000 |
| Occidental College | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $10,000 |
| STREET2STREET | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $10,000 |
| Navy Seal Foundation | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $10,000 |
| Washington College | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $9,000 |
| Ballplayers Foundation Inc | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $8,000 |
| Dwight School | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Highands Football Touchdown Club | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Ho-Ho-Kus Police Acadmy | Grant to anoter 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| New York Common Pantry | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Tisch Ms Research Center | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Semper Fi Fund | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Dav Charitable Trust | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Roots & Wings Fdn | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Monday Night Hospitality | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Nova Ukraine | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Razom for Ukraine | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Palestine Childrens Relief Fund | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| The Ridgewood CC Foundation Inc | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Ukraine Children's Relief Fund | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| White Stork | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $5,000 |
| Susquehanna University | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $4,000 |
| St Gabriel the Archangel Church | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $3,100 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $2,500 |
| Cure PSP | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $2,500 |
| Ho-Ho-Kus Police Department | Grant to another 501(c)(3) org | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jonathan P Dever
- Christina A Dever
- Winnie A O'Keefe
- Sean B O'Keefe
- George R Atterbury III
Questions people ask
Does The Conestoga Road Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Conestoga Road Foundation give?
$613,200 in tax year 2025, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Conestoga Road Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jonathan P Dever (President/Di), Christina A Dever (Vice Preside), Winnie A O'Keefe (Secy/Treas/D) and Sean B O'Keefe (Vice Preside) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Conestoga Road Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and faith communities.