The Nararo Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Nararo Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $585,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $560,000. 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$585,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$560,000
- Assets$15.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $552,600 the year before.
0% 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 | $797,100 | 7 | $12.9 million |
| 2024 | $552,600 | 7 | $13.7 million |
| 2025 | $585,000 | 3 | $15.3 million |
How to apply
The Nararo 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 Nararo Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $560,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Philanthropic Trust | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose. | $560,000 |
| Non Violence International | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose. | $15,000 |
| Columbia University Barbara Whitman Endowment Fellowship Fund | Unrestricted grant for donee's exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas I Whitman
- Mira Rabin
Questions people ask
Does The Nararo Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nararo Foundation give?
$585,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Nararo Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas I Whitman (Managing Trustee) and Mira Rabin (Managing Trustee).
What does The Nararo Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.