Grants paid in 2025
11 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Communities in Schools of ChicagoChicago, IL | General Operations | $10K |
| The Fund for Penn MedicinePhiladelphia, PA | General Operations | $10K |
| Northwestern Memorial FoundationChicago, IL | General Operations | $10K |
| The Agnes Irwin SchoolRosemont, PA | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Chester Childrens ChorusSwarthmore, PA | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Lantern Theater CompanyPhiladelphia, PA | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Park Avenue Community CenterSwarthmore, PA | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Bedlam TheaterNew York, NY | General Operations | $5,000 |
| The School in Rose ValleyRose Valley, PA | General Operations | $5,000 |
| First Presby Church of Lake ForestLake Forest, IL | General Operations | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts General HospitalBoston, MA | General Operations | $5,000 |
By state: Pennsylvania 6 · Illinois 3 · New York 1 · Massachusetts 1
About this foundation
Elder Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, administered in care of Elizabeth Mentzinger, tax-exempt since 2002. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Elder Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Elder Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $70K across 11 grants, a median of $5,000.
Where does Elder Family Foundation give?
Pennsylvania (6 grants), Illinois (3 grants), New York (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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