The Summit Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Summit Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 104 grants; the typical grant was $3,026 and the largest $265,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants104
- Typical grant$3,026
- Largest grant$265,000
- Assets$16.5 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
100% 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 | $0 | 0 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 1 | $14.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 104 | $16.5 million |
How to apply
The Summit Foundation Inc 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 Summit Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 22 | $381,051 |
| California | 14 | $308,207 |
| Georgia | 8 | $223,000 |
| New York | 10 | $123,500 |
| Colorado | 9 | $67,200 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 11 | $40,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $32,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Women's Reproductive Rights Assistance Project Wrrap | Program | $265,000 |
| United Way Of Greater Cincinnati | Program | $100,000 |
| Sierra Club Georgia Chapter | Program | $70,000 |
| Jscreen | Program | $50,000 |
| Aspen Jewish Congregation | Program | $50,000 |
| Jewish Federation Of Cincinnati | Program | $50,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Program | $45,000 |
| Georgia River Network | Program | $38,000 |
| Refugee Women's Network | Program | $35,000 |
| Chattahoochee Riverkeeper | Program | $30,000 |
| Impacting Tomorrow | Program | $30,000 |
| Society Of St Vincent Depaul Particular Council Of Cinti | Program | $30,000 |
| Southern Environmental Law Center | Program | $30,000 |
| Washington Institute For Near East Policy | Program | $29,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Program | $27,500 |
| Cain - Churches Active In Northside | Program | $25,000 |
| Inter-Church Organization Inc | Program | $20,000 |
| Society Of The Transfiguration | Program | $20,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Program | $20,000 |
| Last Mile Food Rescue | Program | $17,000 |
| Atlanta Dogwood Festival | Program | $15,000 |
| Earth Justice | Program | $15,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Program | $15,000 |
| Jtp Professional Service Corporation | Program | $15,000 |
| Mayday Medicines Inc | Program | $15,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Illinois | Program | $15,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Of Southwest & Central Florida | Program | $15,000 |
| Sojourn | Program | $15,000 |
| The Brigid Alliance Inc | Program | $15,000 |
| Cincinnati Ballet Company | Program | $15,000 |
| Talbert House | Program | $13,000 |
| Chattahoochee National Parks Conservancy | Program | $10,000 |
| Second Helpings Atlanta Inc | Program | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation Of Naples | Program | $10,000 |
| American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee | Program | $10,000 |
| Americas River Roots Experience | Program | $10,000 |
| Children's Theatre Of Cincinnati | Program | $10,000 |
| Corporation For Findlay Market | Program | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio Region | Program | $10,000 |
| Talbert House | Program | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- JC Shifman
- SJ Shifman
- A Shifman
Questions people ask
Does The Summit Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Summit Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 104 grants, with a typical grant of $3,026.
Who runs The Summit Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists JC Shifman (President), SJ Shifman (Vice President) and A Shifman (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does The Summit Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and human services.