The Front Porch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Front Porch Foundation is a private foundation in Maple Glen, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$26,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$115,330
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $10,000 | 2 | $37,115 |
| 2024 | $10,000 | 2 | $81,759 |
| 2025 | $26,500 | 5 | $115,330 |
How to apply
The Front Porch 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $16,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Hardshipflood victim | $10,000 |
| Individual | Hardshipillness | $7,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Special needs children | $5,000 |
| Individual | Hardshiptuition | $3,000 |
| Oreland Presbyterian Church | Preschooldonation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas R Kirk
- Kellyann Kirk
- Sean Kirk
- Alex Kirk
- Corey Kirk
- Ericka Kirk
Questions people ask
Does The Front Porch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Front Porch Foundation give?
$26,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Front Porch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas R Kirk (Ex Director), Kellyann Kirk (Director), Sean Kirk (Board) and Alex Kirk (Board) among 6 officers and trustees.