The Great Adventure Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Great Adventure Foundation is a private foundation in Malvern, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $43,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $12,500. 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$43,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $43,137 the year before.
33% 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 | $49,500 | 12 | $932,925 |
| 2024 | $43,137 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $43,000 | 12 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Great Adventure 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 Great Adventure Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $27,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Montana | 4 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St John's Presbyterian Churc | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $12,500 |
| Brightstone | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $10,000 |
| Agape Heart International Org | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $9,000 |
| Montana State Alumni Assoc | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $3,250 |
| Karitas Foundation | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $2,000 |
| Humanities Mt | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $1,000 |
| Bethesda Project | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $1,000 |
| Ywca-Helena | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $1,000 |
| Cornerstone Christian Academy | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $1,000 |
| Ryan's Case for Smiles | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $1,000 |
| The Common Place | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $1,000 |
| Mt PBS | Unrestricted contribution to charity | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Kermit Eck
- Earline Eck
- Hailey Hancock
- Tyler Eck
- Ian Eck
- Joseph Hancock
- Sandy Eck
Questions people ask
Does The Great Adventure Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Great Adventure Foundation give?
$43,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Great Adventure Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kermit Eck (Trustee), Earline Eck (Trustee), Hailey Hancock (Trustee) and Tyler Eck (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Great Adventure Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.