The Garbose Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Garbose Family Foundation is a private foundation in Gwynedd Valley, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $88,714 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$88,714
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $103,915 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 | $103,915 | 33 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $88,714 | 26 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Garbose 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 Garbose Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 19 | $30,519 |
| New York | 2 | $4,360 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $585 |
| Colorado | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Nagen Project Inc | General fund | $50,000 |
| Mission Kids Advocacy Center | General fund | $5,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | General fund | $4,667 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery - Ny | General fund | $4,000 |
| Congregation Beth or | General fund | $3,600 |
| Alex's Lemonade Stand | General fund | $3,000 |
| Germantown Academy | General fund | $2,500 |
| Network for Good | General fund | $2,000 |
| Orot | General fund | $1,613 |
| Pa SPCA | General fund | $1,554 |
| Community Partnership School | General fund | $1,000 |
| Dinah | General fund | $1,000 |
| Drexel University | General fund | $1,000 |
| Federation Early Learning Services | General fund | $1,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia | General fund | $1,000 |
| Michigan Hillel Foundation Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Share Food Program Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Kate Svitek Memorial Foundation | General fund | $960 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | General fund | $585 |
| Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Philadelphia | General fund | $500 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | General fund | $360 |
| Philly Friendship Circle | General fund | $360 |
| Manna | General fund | $265 |
| Mountain Rescue Aspen | General fund | $250 |
| Thomas Jefferson University Hospital | General fund | $250 |
| Vetri Community Org Partnership | General fund | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- William Garbose
- Lynne Garbose
Questions people ask
Does The Garbose Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Garbose Family Foundation give?
$88,714 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Garbose Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William Garbose (Trustee) and Lynne Garbose (Trustee).
What does The Garbose Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and health.