Lincoln University Foundation of PA
See schedule othe lincoln university foundation of Pennsylvania is a separately incorporated 501(c)(3) organized for the purpose of serving as a supporting organization and foundation to lincoln university of the commonwealth system of higher education. The foundation manages and oversees all aspects of fundraising for the university (including but not limited to alumni giving, capital campaigns, planned gifts), the scholarship program for the university students (from private donors), grants to lincoln university for various educational programs, fundraising and development of resources to oversee other university programs and needs as requested by the university.
Lincoln University Foundation of PA at a glance
In short: Lincoln University Foundation of PA gave $19.4M across 2 grants in 2025 (avg $9.7M), mostly in Pennsylvania. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $19,367,629
- +324.5% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 2
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $9,683,815
- +324.5% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $9,683,815
- Total assets
- $6,726,534
- -59.2% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Lincoln University Foundation of PA
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from Lincoln University Foundation of PA
Freshmen Merit Scholarships
Lincoln University Foundation of PA
Amount
$5,000 - $14,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
International Student Merit Scholarship
Lincoln University Foundation of PA
Amount
Tuition & General Fees
Deadline
Deadline not published
Lion Transfer Scholarship
Lincoln University Foundation of PA
Amount
$2,000 - $3,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Lincoln University Foundation of PA funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Lincoln University ($19.4M). Together the top 2 received $19.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $1–5M range: 3 grants of 6 (50%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
Cities
How Lincoln University Foundation of PA gives
- Giving grew 458% from 2022 to 2025. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $2.0M (2023) to $19.4M (2025). In 2025 it made 2 grants totaling $19.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln University Lincoln University, PA | Operating Support, Scholarships, Works of Art | $19,352,629 |
| United Negro College Fund UNCF Washington, DC | Support for Masked Ball | $15,000 |
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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 | $6,726,534 | $12,079,818 | $19,930,458 | $19,367,629 | 2 | $525,249 |
| 2024 | $16,480,217 | $1,402,327 | $5,067,611 | $4,562,760 | 2 | $449,498 |
| 2023 | $18,638,665 | $846,118 | $2,385,865 | $2,000,000 | 1 | $429,905 |
| 2022 | $19,414,989 | $2,548,855 | $3,545,273 | $3,468,160 | 1 | $201,315 |
| 2021 | $21,609,911 | $21,747,418 | $274,521 | — | — | — |
About Lincoln University Foundation of PA
Based on IRS filings
Lincoln University Foundation of PA is a public charity focused on Education, based in Lincoln University, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $6.7M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 2 grants totaling $19.4M. Net investment income was $525K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Lincoln University Foundation of PA is led by Brenda A. Allen, President since 2023 (on filings since 2021); none of the 12 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Brenda A. Allen
President
Director → President, 2023
On filings since 2021
2.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Harry Stinson III
Executive Director
Director → Executive Director, 2025
On filings since 2024
2.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dwight Taylor
Director & Chair
President → Chair, 2023
Chair → Director & Chair, 2025
On filings since 2021
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kwame Ulmer
Director, Chair A & O
New on the 2025 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gerald Bruce
Director
On filings since 2022
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ashley Gabb
Director
New on the 2025 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Maurice Brewster
Director
New on the 2025 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Shawn T. Futch Jr.
Director
New on the 2025 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Thomas Queenan
Director
New on the 2025 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Van Corbin
Director
New on the 2025 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Donald Notice
Secretary
On filings since 2021
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Wilbourne Rusere
Vice President for Finance & Administrator
On filings since 2024
2.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Pamela Bundy (2021–2024) — Treasurer
- Former: Ava Willis-Barksdale (2022–2024) — Director to December
- Former: Charles Gradowski (2022–2024) — Vice President for Finance & Administrator to Dec
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.
Frequently asked questions about Lincoln University Foundation of PA
How much does Lincoln University Foundation of PA give each year?
Lincoln University Foundation of PA gave $19.4M across 2 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $4.6M across 2 grants.
How large is Lincoln University Foundation of PA?
Lincoln University Foundation of PA reported $6.7M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $12.1M.
What is Lincoln University Foundation of PA?
Lincoln University Foundation of PA is a public charity focused on Education, based in Lincoln University, PA. It holds $6.7M in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Lincoln University Foundation of PA operate?
Lincoln University Foundation of PA has awarded grants in District of Columbia, Pennsylvania.
What is Lincoln University Foundation of PA's EIN?
Lincoln University Foundation of PA's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-2085409. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 15, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 7, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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