The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts
The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts Foundation is a private independent foundation established in 1994 and based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The foundation was founded by Brian L. Roberts, Chairman and CEO of Comcast Corporation, and his wife Aileen K. Roberts. It operates as a family foundation focused on philanthropic giving across multiple sectors.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$62.4M
+2.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.1M
-73.2% YoY
Grant Count
41
+10.8% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$52K
-75.8% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts reported a distributable amount of $4.1M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation gives primarily for:
- Arts and culture
- Education
- Health and healthcare
- Human services
- Jewish organizations and causes
- Philanthropy and grantmaking
The foundation's stated purpose includes gifts, grants, and loans to other organizations, as well as scholarships.
Grantmaking
The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications for funding. Grantmaking is trustee-directed, with major grants typically made through invitation or existing relationships.
Grant Range
$15,000 to $125,000,000
Average Grant
amount: Varies widely
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily supports institutions in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with some support to institutions nationally, including presence in Massachusetts and New York. Geographic funding distribution includes California, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (as of 2024):
- Total assets: $62,382,838
- Total revenues: $4,202,740
- Total expenses: $2,605,958
Assets & Revenue (as of 2023):
- Total assets: $60,706,268
- Total income: $44,223,087
- Total expenses: $8,150,000
Tax Status:
- EIN: 23-2787654
- 501(c)(3) organization
- Tax-exempt since March 1995
- Classified as a private independent foundation
- Ranked 8,724 among U.S. foundations by assets
- Ranked 442 among Pennsylvania foundations by assets
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $62,382,838 | $60,706,268 | $22,594,143 |
| Revenue | $4,202,740 | $36,622,976 | $9,768,771 |
| Expenses | $2,605,958 | $8,147,800 | $6,789,454 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $2,138,667 | $7,982,424 | $6,724,927 |
| Net Investment Income | $4,005,355 | $24,615,240 | $2,277,474 |
| Distributable Amount | $4,077,842 | $3,481,056 | $3,494,959 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
183 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Foundation to Combat Antisemitism ($1,000,000), Open Squash ($166,667), Tuition Support Fund Inc ($150,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BEYOND CELIAC AMBLER, PA | TO HELP FUND THE ORGANIZATIONS' OPERATIONAL BUDGETS | $5,000 |
| BIRTHRIGHT ISRAEL FOUNDATION NEW YORK, NY | TO HELP FUND THE ORGANIZATIONS' OPERATIONAL BUDGETS | $25,000 |
| BYERSCHOOL FOUNDATION PHILADELPHIA, PA | TO HELP FUND THE ORGANIZATIONS' OPERATIONAL BUDGETS | $10,000 |
| CHESTNUT HILL COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION PHILADELPHIA, PA | TO HELP FUND THE ORGANIZATIONS' OPERATIONAL BUDGETS | $5,000 |
| CHESTNUT HILL GARDEN DISTRICT FUND PHILADELPHIA, PA | TO HELP FUND THE ORGANIZATIONS' OPERATIONAL BUDGETS | $500 |
| CHILDREN'S CRISIS TREATMENT CENTER PHILADELPHIA, PA | TO HELP FUND THE ORGANIZATIONS' OPERATIONAL BUDGETS | $25,000 |
| CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF PHILADELPHIA PHILADELPHIA, PA | TO HELP FUND THE ORGANIZATIONS' OPERATIONAL BUDGETS | $12,000 |
| CULTURETRUST GREATER PHILADELPHIA PHILADELPHIA, PA | TO HELP FUND THE ORGANIZATIONS' OPERATIONAL BUDGETS | $25,000 |
| FIRST TEE GREATER PHILADELPHIA PHILADELPHIA, PA | TO HELP FUND THE ORGANIZATIONS' OPERATIONAL BUDGETS | $25,000 |
| FOR PETE'S SAKE PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA | TO HELP FUND THE ORGANIZATIONS' OPERATIONAL BUDGETS | $100,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Aileen K. Roberts - President (serves without compensation)
- Brian L. Roberts - Vice President and major donor (serves without compensation)
Aileen Roberts received the Philadelphia Award in 2011 for her leadership in relocating the Barnes Foundation to Center City Philadelphia, where she serves as Board Chair.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| AILEEN K ROBERTS | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| BRIAN L ROBERTS | VICE PRESIDENT | — | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In 2025, the Roberts family made a landmark $125 million gift to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, representing the hospital's largest donation in its 170-year history. This gift was part of a broader $138 million philanthropic initiative to the hospital, which also included contributions from the McCausland and Culpeper families.
$125 million donation by Aileen K. and Brian L. Roberts and their family\Contact Information
Address: c/o Comcast Corporation 1701 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, 52nd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: (215) 246-2474
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts fund?
The foundation gives primarily for: • Arts and culture • Education • Health and healthcare • Human services • Jewish organizations and causes • Philanthropy and grantmaking The foundation's stated purpose includes gifts, grants, and loans to other organizations, as well as scholarships.
How do I apply for a grant from The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts?
**Grant Activity:** • Total giving in 2024: $2,138,667 • Total giving in 2023: Approximately $8.7 million (varies significantly by year) • Typical grant range: $15,000 to $125,000,000 • Average grant amount: Varies widely • Number of grants: 45 grants made in 2024 **Application Process:** The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications for funding. Grantmaking is trustee-directed, with major grants typically made through invitation or existing relationships. **Recent Grants (2024):** • …
Where does The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts make grants?
The foundation primarily supports institutions in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with some support to institutions nationally, including presence in Massachusetts and New York. Geographic funding distribution includes California, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, and Washington.
What size grants does The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts award?
In 2024, The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts awarded 41 grants totaling $2.1M — an average of about $52K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts reported a distributable amount of $4.1M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts's EIN?
The Aileen K and Brian L Roberts's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-2787654. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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