Gamber Foundation
Historical FunderLancaster, Pennsylvania · EIN 23-2331958 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MICHAEL T KANE PRESIDENT GAMBER FOU |
|---|---|
| Address | 2220 DUTCH GOLD DRIVE, LANCASTER PA 17601 |
| Phone | 7173931716 |
| Form and materials | NO STANDARD FORM USED. APPLICANT SHOULD INCLUDE ANY PERTINENT INFORMATION APPLICANT DEEMS HELPFUL. |
| 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
13% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center | Lancaster, PA | Capital improvements on center and playground | $30,000 |
| United Disabilities Services | Lancaster, PA | Support udsf's general operating fund | $30,000 |
| Water Street Rescue Ministries | Lancaster, PA | Kuhns hall renovation | $26,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Lancaster | Lancaster, PA | Homework help program | $25,000 |
| Lancaster Early Education Center | Lancaster, PA | General fund | $20,000 |
| Community Action Partnership | Lancaster, PA | General fund | $15,000 |
| The Lancaster Salvation Army | Lancaster, PA | Support bilingual rent & utility assistance | $15,000 |
| The Gate House | Lancaster, PA | Transitional living scholarships | $12,500 |
| Friendship Community Ministries | Lititz, PA | Capital campaign for housing with medical, psychological and social support for residents | $12,000 |
| Lancaster Area Habitat for Humanity | Lancaster, PA | Building fund | $12,000 |
| Tabor Community Servicestenfold | Lancaster, PA | General fund for transitional living center | $12,000 |
| Lancaster Cleft Palate Clinic | Lancaster, PA | General operating fund | $10,000 |
| Milagro House | Lancaster, PA | Milagro house education programs | $10,000 |
| Excentia | Lancaster, PA | Human services program. | $9,500 |
| Aaron's Acres | Lancaster, PA | Camp scholarship program | $7,500 |
| Bridges at Worthmore | Worton, MD | Supplies and staffing for program | $7,050 |
| The Mix at Arbor Place Youth Center | Lancaster, PA | Support "whats for dinner" program | $6,000 |
| Anchorage Lancaster | Lancaster, PA | Breakfast program | $5,000 |
| Hope Served | Manheim, PA | Housing and vocational development with a supportive community focus | $5,000 |
| The Loft Community Partnership | Millersville, PA | Support milk & meat program | $5,000 |
| The Bancroft House | Franconia, NH | General fund | $3,000 |
| University of Vermont-Grasse Mount | Burlington, VT | Proctor maple research endowment | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $280,550 | 22 |
| 2023 | $267,800 | 22 |
| 2022 | $263,650 | 22 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630289349100003
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-2331958
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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