The Neubauer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Neubauer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2023 it gave $17.9 million in 199 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5.6 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$17.9 million
- Number of grants199
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5.6 million
- Assets$421 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2023 was down from $19.5 million the year before.
40% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $19.5 million | 263 | $417 million |
| 2023 | $17.9 million | 199 | $421 million |
How to apply
The Neubauer 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 Neubauer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $13,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 107 | $6.6 million |
| Illinois | 2 | $5.6 million |
| New York | 40 | $3.9 million |
| Massachusetts | 6 | $617,200 |
| New Jersey | 8 | $543,940 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $206,100 |
| Colorado | 2 | $188,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $120,200 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 5 | $45,816 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago | Program support | $5.6 million |
| Philadelphia Academy of School Leaders | Program support | $2.3 million |
| Columbia University | Program support | $1.2 million |
| Metropolitan Opera | Program support | $1.1 million |
| American Society for Techion - Israel Institute of Technology Inc | Program support | $561,000 |
| Tufts University | Program support | $555,000 |
| Whyy | Program support | $510,820 |
| Youth Empowerment for Advancement Hangout | Program support | $427,500 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | Program support | $375,000 |
| Princeton University | Program support | $346,500 |
| American Friends of Tel Aviv University | Program support | $300,000 |
| The Barnes Foundation | Program support | $300,000 |
| Philadelphia Academies | Program support | $272,012 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Program support | $255,140 |
| Project Home | Program support | $220,300 |
| Philadelphia Soccer 2026 | Program support | $200,000 |
| Institute of National Security Studies | Program support | $187,500 |
| America Votes | Program support | $150,000 |
| Sharing Excess | Program support | $137,500 |
| American Friends of Hebrew University | Program support | $118,750 |
| New York Historical Society | Program support | $112,500 |
| The Philadelphia Orchestra | Program support | $100,100 |
| Impact Services | Program support | $100,000 |
| Institute of Advanced Studies | Program support | $100,000 |
| Foundation for Jewish Camp | Program support | $100,000 |
| Philadelphia Office of the District Attorney | Program support | $100,000 |
| Share Food Program | Program support | $100,000 |
| Temple University | Program support | $96,253 |
| Philadelphia Green Capital Corporation | Program support | $83,750 |
| Black Male Community Council of Philadelphia | Program support | $80,000 |
| Global Impact | Program support | $75,000 |
| Jewish Museum of New York | Program support | $75,000 |
| New Kensington Community Development Corporation | Program support | $67,820 |
| Youth Sentencing & Reentry Project Inc | Program support | $65,000 |
| Ceasefirepa Education Fund | Program support | $52,000 |
| National Constitution Center | Program support | $50,000 |
| The Carnegie Hall Society | Program support | $50,000 |
| Urban Affairs Coalition | Program support | $50,000 |
| Watson Family Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| Episcopal Academy | Program support | $46,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Neubauer
- Lawrence Neubauer
- Melissa Neubauer Anderson
- Rebecca Cornejo
Questions people ask
Does The Neubauer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Neubauer Family Foundation give?
$17.9 million in tax year 2023, across 199 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Neubauer Family Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Joseph Neubauer (Trustee), Lawrence Neubauer (Trustee), Melissa Neubauer Anderson (Trustee) and Rebecca Cornejo (Executive Director).
What does The Neubauer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.