Civic Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania · EIN 39-1299224 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$82K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$1.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $7,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
41% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple University | Philadelphia, PA | Endowed scholarship | $25,000 |
| The Barnes Foundation | Philadelphia, PA | Project support | $12,500 |
| Thomas Jefferson University | Philadelphia, PA | Program funding | $10,000 |
| Unity Council of Alameda County Inc | Oakland, CA | Project support | $7,500 |
| Social Good Fund | Richmond, CA | General operating funds | $7,000 |
| Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia | Philadelphia, PA | General operating funds | $5,000 |
| Arden Theatre Company | Philadelphia, PA | General operating funds | $5,000 |
| JCC of the East Bay | Berkeley, CA | Program funding | $2,500 |
| Philadelphia Theatre Company | Philadelphia, PA | General operating funds | $2,500 |
| Brandeis University | Waltham, MA | endowed scholarship | $2,000 |
| Berkeley Repertory Theater | Berkeley, CA | General operating funds | $2,000 |
| Philabundance | Philadelphia, PA | General operating funds | $1,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple University | Philadelphia, PA | Endowed scholarship | $100,000 |
| The Barnes Foundation | Philadelphia, PA | Project support | $12,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $82,000 | 14 |
| 2024 | $44,500 | 10 |
| 2023 | $55,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630829349100323
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 39-1299224
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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