The Presser Foundation
Accepts applications
The Presser Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.9 million in 486 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $185,720. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.9 million
- Number of grants486
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$185,720
- Assets$89.3 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.8 million the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 | $3.6 million | 401 | $76.7 million |
| 2023 | $2.8 million | 431 | $82.9 million |
| 2024 | $3.9 million | 486 | $89.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Teresa Araco Rodgers Co Presser Fou PO Box 9982, Philadelphia, PA 19118 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (267) 519-5350, trodgers@presserfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Applications are submitted electronically via the organization's website, www.presserfoundation.org |
| Deadlines | Proposals must be submitted by november 15. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Presser Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 46 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 185 | $2.5 million |
| New Jersey | 35 | $254,900 |
| Delaware | 14 | $165,650 |
| Texas | 22 | $87,000 |
| California | 22 | $73,000 |
| New York | 18 | $68,000 |
| Illinois | 16 | $55,000 |
| Florida | 13 | $53,000 |
| Ohio | 15 | $52,000 |
| Indiana | 8 | $31,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Assistance to music teachers | $185,720 |
| The Mann Center for the Performing Arts | Capital support | $150,000 |
| WRTI901FM | Capital support | $125,000 |
| Temple University | Capital support | $100,000 |
| The Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center Inc (Ensemble Arts) | Capital support | $100,000 |
| The Philadelphia Orchestra and Kimmel Center Inc (Ensemble Arts) | Advancement of music | $75,000 |
| West Philadelphia Cultural Alliance | Capital support | $75,000 |
| Curtis Institute of Music | Capital support | $50,000 |
| Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute | Capital support | $50,000 |
| Artphilly | Special projects | $50,000 |
| Academy of Vocal Arts | Advancement of music | $40,000 |
| Opera Philadelphia | Advancement of music | $40,000 |
| Settlement Music School | Advancement of music | $40,000 |
| The Mann Center for the Performing Arts | Advancement of music | $40,000 |
| The College of New Jersey Foundation | Capital support | $40,000 |
| Allentown Symphony Association | Advancement of music | $35,000 |
| Operadelaware | Advancement of music | $30,000 |
| Philadelphia Chamber Music Society | Advancement of music | $30,000 |
| Liveconnections DBA World Cafe Live | Advancement of music | $25,000 |
| Penn Live Arts | Advancement of music | $25,000 |
| Philadelphia Youth Orchestra Music Institute | Advancement of music | $25,000 |
| Play on Philly (Pop) | Advancement of music | $25,000 |
| Princeton Symphony Orchestra | Advancement of music | $25,000 |
| Symphony in C | Advancement of music | $25,000 |
| Temple University Music Preparatory Division | Advancement of music | $25,000 |
| The Bach Choir of Bethlehem | Advancement of music | $25,000 |
| The Crossing Inc | Advancement of music | $25,000 |
| WRTI901FM | Advancement of music | $25,000 |
| Allentown Symphony Association | Capital support | $25,000 |
| Operadelaware | Special projects | $25,000 |
| Prism Quartet Inc | Special projects | $25,000 |
| Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia | Advancement of music | $20,000 |
| Chester Children's Chorus | Advancement of music | $20,000 |
| Delaware Symphony Orchestra | Advancement of music | $20,000 |
| Harrisburg Symphony Association | Advancement of music | $20,000 |
| Singing City | Advancement of music | $20,000 |
| State Theatre New Jersey | Advancement of music | $20,000 |
| The Music School of Delaware | Advancement of music | $20,000 |
| Zoellner Arts Center | Advancement of music | $20,000 |
| Rutgers University | Capital support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen Rosen
- William B McLaughlin III
- Stanford Thompson
- Sharon Sorokin James
- Christopher Rinaldi
- Mary Jane Bobyock
- Peter Burwasser
- Rollo Dilworth
- Eve Hyppolite
- Denise Iemolo
- David Kring
- Susan Lewis
- Lei X Ouyang
- Mary Ellen Poole
- Marietta Simpson
Questions people ask
Does The Presser Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Proposals must be submitted by november 15..
How much does The Presser Foundation give?
$3.9 million in tax year 2024, across 486 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Presser Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ellen Rosen (President), William B McLaughlin III (First Vice President), Stanford Thompson (Second Vice President) and Sharon Sorokin James (Secretary) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does The Presser Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.