Updated Nov 2, 2026
Private foundations based in Ephrata, Pennsylvania
5 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, holding $22M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 3 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J Harry Hibshman Scholarship Fundsince 1966 | $1.2M1 grants · 2025 | $1.2M | Yes | $5.0M |
| Gooding Group Foundationsince 1989 | $543K23 grants · 2025 | $500 | Yes | $1.1M |
| William and J Brossman Charitable Foundationsince 1987 | $535K25 grants · 2024 | $3,000 | Yes | $5.0M |
| Wenger Trustsince 2009 | $510K79 grants · 2025 | $4,000 | Preselected only | $9.8M |
| Marlin Hurst Charitable Trustsince 2018 | $161K9 grants · 2024 | $20K | Preselected only | $1.1M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Pennsylvania
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Pennsylvania Council on the Arts — Organizational GrantsStatePennsylvania Council on the Arts | Pennsylvania Council on the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Pennsylvania Humanities — Humanities GrantsStatePennsylvania Humanities | Pennsylvania Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Ephrata, Pennsylvania?
Our directory lists 5 private grantmaking foundations in Ephrata, Pennsylvania with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $22M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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