Camden Education Fund Inc
Camden Education Fund Inc is a public charity based in Camden, New Jersey. Founded in 2019, it supports educational progress in Camden by making grants and forming strategic partnerships with schools, educators, nonprofits, and community leaders.
Camden Education Fund Inc at a glance
In short: Camden Education Fund Inc gave $3.1M across 25 grants in 2025 (avg $124K), top state New Jersey. 32% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $3,096,515
- -28.2% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 25
- -41.9% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $123,861
- +23.5% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $11,662,176
- +15.0% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 32% first-time grantees (8 of 25, 2025)
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (47% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Camden Education Fund Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 1616, Camden, NJ 08101
Phone: (215) 287-0935
Website: https://camdenedfund.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Camden Education Fund Inc
RISE Teaching Award
Camden Education Fund Inc
Amount
$5,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Supporting All Learners Grant Program
Camden Education Fund Inc
Amount
$190,000 - $250,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Youth-Serving Organization (YSO) Competitive Grant Program
Camden Education Fund Inc
Amount
$5,000 - $40,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Camden Education Fund Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Camden City School District ($670K). Together the top 10 received $2.7M.
Grant Size Distribution
156 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 66 grants of 156 (42%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization’s stated work centers on Camden, New Jersey. In filing year 2025, 47% of grant dollars went to recipients in New Jersey, 19% to Pennsylvania, 7% to New York, and 3% to Texas; the filing data also lists an unidentified recipient-state share of 19%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 25 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Camden Education Fund Inc open to new grantees?
32%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 8 of 25 grantees (32%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $55K; repeat grants $156K. How we count
Medians: $20K first-time, $60K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2021–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $2.7M (2021) to $5.3M (2022). In 2025 it made 25 grants totaling $3.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camden City School District Camden, NJ | School Nutrition | $670,439 |
| One Camden Collingswood, NJ | Engagement | $600,000 |
| Mastery Philadelphia, PA | Post Secondary | $265,000 |
| 12PLUS Philadelphia, PA | Post Secondary | $255,000 |
| Camden's Promise | — | $190,000 |
| Uncommon Schools Inc New York, NY | Post Secondary | $178,000 |
| The Center for Learner Equity Inc | — | $175,000 |
| The Achievement Network | — | $145,787 |
| Immschools Dallas, TX | EQUITY | $101,125 |
| To Propel Boston, MA | Post Secondary | $100,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,662,176 | $5,964,621 | $4,723,642 | $3,096,515 | 25 | $17,471 |
| 2024 | $10,138,472 | $1,137,400 | $6,009,301 | $4,312,421 | 43 | $589 |
| 2023 | $14,618,653 | $5,272,310 | $4,410,703 | $2,961,984 | 28 | $481 |
| 2022 | $14,065,801 | $15,006,441 | $7,026,853 | $5,254,364 | 36 | — |
| 2021 | $5,772,110 | $5,758,262 | $4,182,340 | $2,673,030 | 24 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s mission is to sustain and accelerate progress in Camden’s public school system. It works with families, school partners, and community leaders to identify citywide education needs, then provides grants and develops partnerships to address them. Its website identifies five investment pillars: teacher talent, inclusive schools, academic quality, college and career success, and parents and community leaders.
The 2025 filing lists grants for purposes including school nutrition, engagement, postsecondary support, equity, and scope and sequence. Grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of work supported. Mastery Schools of Camden says its mission is to help students develop the academic and personal skills needed for postsecondary success. 12 Plus describes its work as partnering with high schools to provide individualized academic, postsecondary, and career support. IMMSchools says it supports educators in creating positive school cultures for students, parents, and caregivers regardless of immigration status. Camden Repertory Theatre describes its mission as training urban-community youth in theatre arts.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, Camden Education Fund reported 25 grants totaling $3,096,515. Grants ranged from $6,300 to $670,439, with a median of $50,000. The largest grants included $670,439 to Camden City School District for school nutrition; $600,000 to One Camden for engagement; $265,000 to Mastery for postsecondary work; and $255,000 to 12Plus for postsecondary work. Other listed grants included $190,000 to Camden’s Promise, $178,000 to Uncommon Schools, and $175,000 to The Center for Learner Equity.
The website describes a Youth-Serving Organization (YSO) Grant Program offering grants of $5,000 to $40,000 to up to 30 Camden-based nonprofits. Eligible program areas listed include academic support, mental health services, mentoring, arts, and career readiness. Priority is given to organizations serving at least 25 students and partnering with local schools. The website announced a 2026 YSO application with a May 29 deadline; that deadline has passed.
The RISE Teaching Award is a citywide recognition program for teachers in Camden district, charter, and renaissance schools. It provides a $5,000 award to each recipient. Principals nominate teachers; nominees submit applications with reflections and recommendations, and an independent committee of veteran educators reviews applications and observes finalist lessons. This is an award for individual recipients, not a grant program for outside applicants.
The website also invites community sponsorship applications and directs users to view open grant opportunities.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Giana Campbell as “Executive Di,” Jonathan Garr as “Director of,” Jose Brito as treasurer, Charles Holmes as board member, Falynn Milligan as board chair, and Jessica Pena as secretary.
Camden Education Fund Inc is led by Falynn Milligan, Board Chair on every filing since 2021; 2 of 6 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Falynn Milligan
Board Chair
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan Garr
Director of
Director of School Investments → Director of, 2024
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$120K (2021) → $152K (2025)
Giana Campbell
Executive Di
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
$198K (2024) → $205K (2025)
Jose Brito
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jessica Pena
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2025
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Charles Holmes
Board Member
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Taisha Minier (2021–2024) — Secretary
- Former: Kameelah Shaheed-Diallo (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Naeha Dean (2021–2023) — Executive Director
- Former: Jonathan Cetel (2021) — Director of External Affairs
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $205K, to Giana Campbell (Executive Di). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Camden Education Fund Inc
How much does Camden Education Fund Inc give each year?
Camden Education Fund Inc gave $3.1M across 25 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $4.3M across 43 grants.
What is Camden Education Fund Inc's typical grant size?
Camden Education Fund Inc's median grant in 2025 was $50,000, and its average grant was $123,861, across 25 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Camden Education Fund Inc that year got $55K on average.
Where does Camden Education Fund Inc give grants?
Camden Education Fund Inc's top state is New Jersey, with 47% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Pennsylvania (19%) and New York (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Camden, NJ (6 grants), Philadelphia, PA (3 grants) and New York, NY (2 grants).
Does Camden Education Fund Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 17 grants with a stated purpose on Camden Education Fund Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Post Secondary" (5 grants).
Who are Camden Education Fund Inc's largest grantees?
Camden Education Fund Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Camden City School District ($670,439), One Camden ($600,000) and Mastery ($265,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Camden Education Fund Inc?
Camden Education Fund Inc reported $11.7M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $6.0M.
What does Camden Education Fund Inc fund?
The organization’s mission is to sustain and accelerate progress in Camden’s public school system. It works with families, school partners, and community leaders to identify citywide education needs, then provides grants and develops partnerships to address them. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Camden Education Fund Inc?
Camden Education Fund Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check camdenedfund.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Camden Education Fund Inc's EIN?
Camden Education Fund Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-3991160. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS April 21, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS February 19, 2026)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 16, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS December 21, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 15, 2024)
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Grantable. (2026). Camden Education Fund Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 21, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/camden-education-fund-inc-morg_aac43c6f81d748aab901eebd058287b9
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