Isonoma Foundation
Historical FunderPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania · EIN 82-2022925 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $29,737.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SAMANTHA MERKT |
|---|---|
| Address | 1816 DELANCEY PLACE, PHILADELPHIA PA 19103 |
| Phone | 2156543424 |
| Form and materials | COMPLETION OF A GRANT APPLICATION. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED AT ANY TIME. |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE PRIMARILY TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE WORKING TO DIMINISH DISPARITIES IN EDUCATION, HEALTH AND / OR HOUSING. PRIMARILY SERVE CLIENTS IN PHILADELPHIA, DAUPHIN, CUMBERLAND AND YORK COUNTIES. |
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 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Philly Food Co-Op | Philadelphia, PA | Organizations exempt purpose | $31,471 |
| The Young Artist Program of Cultural Trust Greater Philadelphia | Philadelphia, PA | Organizations exempt purpose | $29,737 |
| Urbed | Philadelphia, PA | Organizations exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| African Family Health Organization | Philadelphia, PA | Organizations exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Urban Affairs Coalition | Philadelphia, PA | Organizations exempt purpose | $12,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $123,208 | 5 |
| 2023 | $75,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202501339349101010
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-2022925
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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