The Percy Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Percy Fund is a private foundation in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $585,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $80,000. 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 grants17
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $610,000 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 | $769,000 | 18 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $610,000 | 18 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $585,000 | 17 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Percy Fund 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 Percy Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 5 | $185,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $105,000 |
| California | 3 | $90,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $60,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $60,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $40,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Media Research Center | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $80,000 |
| Friends of Yemin Orde Inc | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $60,000 |
| Judicial Watch | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $55,000 |
| Accuracy in Media | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $50,000 |
| American Center for Law and Justice | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $50,000 |
| Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association Inc | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $40,000 |
| David Horowitz Freedom Center | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $40,000 |
| Fire | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $35,000 |
| Pacific Research Institute for Public Policy | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $30,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $30,000 |
| Hillsdale College | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association of Western New York | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $20,000 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $20,000 |
| Thomas Jefferson University | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $20,000 |
| National Legal and Policy Center | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $15,000 |
| Americans for Prosperity | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $10,000 |
| Clarion Sunshine Project | To support the operating budget of the recipient | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald B Crawford
Questions people ask
Does The Percy Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Percy Fund give?
$585,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Percy Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald B Crawford (Pres/Sec/Treas).
What does The Percy Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, health and education.