Donald F and Elizabeth a Parsons Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderChester Springs, Pennsylvania · EIN 71-6217217 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | GERALD J PARSONS |
|---|---|
| Address | 47 COLLINS MILL ROAD, CHESTER SPRINGS PA 19425 |
| Phone | 6103637077 |
| JPARSONS@CTDI.COM | |
| Form and materials | SEE ATTACHED REQUEST FOR GRANT OR DISTRIBUTION. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Shanahan High School | Downingtown, PA | Catholic education | $10,000 |
| Camilla Hall | Malvern, PA | Religious organization | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Catholic Education | West Chester, PA | Stars coordinator | $10,000 |
| Handi-Crafters | Thorndale, PA | Community services | $10,000 |
| Sisters of Ihm | Malvern, PA | Religious organization | $10,000 |
| United Way of Chester County | Exton, PA | Community needs | $10,000 |
| West Catholic Prep High School | Philadelphia, PA | Ea mcdonough parsons scholarship | $10,000 |
| Community Volunteers in Medicine | West Chester, PA | Community services | $5,000 |
| Shine Chester County Hospital | West Chester, PA | Patient services | $5,000 |
| The Arc of Chester County | Exton, PA | Community services | $5,000 |
| Saints Peter and Paul School | West Chester, PA | Catholic education | $3,000 |
| Saints Philip and James School | Exton, PA | Catholic education | $3,000 |
| Sisters of Ihm St Joseph Convent | Philadelphia, PA | Community needs | $3,000 |
| Holiday Hopechest | Downingtown, PA | Community services | $2,500 |
| Lords Pantry of Downingtown | Downingtown, PA | Community services | $2,500 |
| Partners in Outreach | West Chester, PA | Community services | $2,500 |
| Youth Mentoring Partnership | Exton, PA | Community services | $2,500 |
| West Chester Senior Center | West Chester, PA | Community needs | $2,500 |
| Chester County Food Bank | Exton, PA | Community services | $2,000 |
| Safe Harbor of Chester County | West Chester, PA | Community services | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $110,500 | 20 |
| 2024 | $110,500 | 19 |
| 2023 | $95,500 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631289349101003
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 71-6217217
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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