The Nerney Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Nerney Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wayne, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 35 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees51%
Giving in 2025 was up from $650,650 the year before.
51% 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 | $987,008 | 47 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $650,650 | 40 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 35 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
The Nerney 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Nerney Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 27 | $974,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $33,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $15,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Growing the Game | Unrestricted contribution | $250,000 |
| Cristo Rey Endowment | Unrestricted contribution | $200,000 |
| St Joseph's - Kinney Center | Unrestricted contribution | $150,000 |
| Ms Research - Penn Medicine | Unrestricted contribution | $100,000 |
| Villanova University | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $85,000 |
| Upenn Athletics | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $50,000 |
| St Katharine of Siena | Unrestricted contribution | $50,000 |
| Vincera Foundation | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $50,000 |
| Lasalle College High School | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $40,000 |
| Mount Saint Joseph's Academy | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $40,000 |
| Aspen Music Festival and School | Unrestricted contribution | $30,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Unrestricted contribution | $30,000 |
| The Agnes Irwin School | Unrestricted contribution | $25,000 |
| Speak Up | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $25,000 |
| Bill Angelina Endowment | Unrestricted contribution | $25,000 |
| Philadelphia Youth Basketball | Unrestricted contribution | $25,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Unrestricted contribution | $25,000 |
| La Salle Academy | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $15,000 |
| Elwyn Foundation | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $10,000 |
| Mercy Career & Technical High School | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $10,000 |
| Academy of Music Restoration Fund | Unrestricted contribution | $10,000 |
| Challenged Childrens Charities Corp | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Eagles Autism Challenge | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Radnor High School Scholarship Fund | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| Wayne Art Center | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $3,700 |
| St Matrin de Porres School | Unrestricted contribution | $2,500 |
| Andy Talley Bone Marrow Foundation | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $2,500 |
| Aspen Valley Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $2,500 |
| The Community's Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $2,500 |
| St Edmunds Home for Children | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $2,000 |
| Founding Forward | Unrestricted contribution | $1,200 |
| Revolutions Skating Club | Unrestricted contribution | $1,000 |
| Avalon Rescue Squad | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $500 |
| Stone Harbor Rescue Sqaud Inc | Unrestricted contrib to charity (community) | $500 |
| Special Olympics | Unrestricted contribution | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas P Nerney
Questions people ask
Does The Nerney Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nerney Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Nerney Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas P Nerney (President/Treasurer/Direct).
What does The Nerney Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.