The Mourning Dove Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mourning Dove Foundation is a private foundation in Berwyn, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $97,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$97,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$989,842
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,500 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 | $53,500 | 4 | $922,034 |
| 2024 | $48,500 | 4 | $967,260 |
| 2025 | $97,000 | 16 | $989,842 |
How to apply
The Mourning Dove 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 Mourning Dove Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $70,500 |
| New York | 5 | $11,500 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $8,000 |
| California | 3 | $3,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childrens Hospital of Philidelphia | General | $30,000 |
| Willistown Conservation Trust | General | $25,000 |
| Devon Preparatory School | General | $8,000 |
| Good Shepherd Lutheran Church | General | $8,000 |
| Mary McDowell Friends School | General | $5,000 |
| Camp Cranium | General | $5,000 |
| Butte Falls Community School Partnership | General | $2,500 |
| Uniondocs Inc | General | $2,500 |
| Friends Association for Care & Protection of Children | General | $2,500 |
| Gods Love We Deliver | General | $2,000 |
| The Trevor Project | General | $1,500 |
| Nyrr Team for Kids | General | $1,500 |
| Foundation for Santa Barbara High School | General | $1,000 |
| Autistic Self Advocacy Network | General | $1,000 |
| Foundation for Santa Barbara High School | General | $1,000 |
| New York Public Interest Research Group (Nypirg) | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles A Genuardi
- Patricia T Genuardi
- Joy P Mears
- Charles G Genuardi
- Damian G Genuardi
- Catherine A Ciocca
Questions people ask
Does The Mourning Dove Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mourning Dove Foundation give?
$97,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Mourning Dove Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles A Genuardi (President), Patricia T Genuardi (Vice-President), Joy P Mears (Secretary) and Charles G Genuardi (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Mourning Dove Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.