The McLelland Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McLelland Family Foundation is a private foundation in Villanova, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $750,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$750,000
- Assets$26.0 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $790,000 | 21 | $23.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 21 | $25.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 24 | $26.0 million |
How to apply
The McLelland 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 McLelland Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 14 | $1.2 million |
| Michigan | 2 | $325,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $70,000 |
| Connecticut | 6 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Volunteers in Medicine | Support | $750,000 |
| University of Michigan | Support | $250,000 |
| KIPP Philadelphia | Support | $100,000 |
| Michigan State University | Support | $75,000 |
| Home of the Sparrow | Support | $55,000 |
| Chester County Food Bank | Support | $50,000 |
| Community Partnership School | Support | $50,000 |
| Manna on Main St | Support | $50,000 |
| Philabundance | Support | $50,000 |
| Take Stock in Children of Nassau County | Support | $50,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Brandywine | Support | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Nassau County Foundation | Support | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Phila | Support | $20,000 |
| Playworks | Support | $20,000 |
| Foodshare | Support | $10,000 |
| Maternal Child Health Consortium | Support | $10,000 |
| Sanctuary Farm Philadelphia | Support | $10,000 |
| The Diaper Bank of Connecticut | Support | $10,000 |
| J Wood Platt Caddie Scholarship Trust | Support | $6,000 |
| Journey Home | Support | $5,000 |
| The Anna Grace Project | Support | $5,000 |
| The Bridge Family Center | Support | $5,000 |
| The First Tee of Greater Phila | Support | $5,000 |
| The Village for Families and Children | Support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael B McLelland
- Nancy McLelland
- Laura McLelland
Questions people ask
Does The McLelland Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McLelland Family Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The McLelland Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael B McLelland (President), Nancy McLelland (Secretary/Treasurer) and Laura McLelland (Director).
What does The McLelland Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.