The Neubauer Family Foundation
The Neubauer Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its 2024 grants included support for universities, education organizations, arts and cultural institutions, and other nonprofits.
The Neubauer Family Foundation at a glance
In short: The Neubauer Family Foundation gave $17.9M across 199 grants in 2024 (avg $90K), top state Pennsylvania. 35% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $17,921,584
- -8.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 199
- -24.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $90,058
- +21.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $361,021,992
- -2.5% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 35% first-time grantees (69 of 198, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (37% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Neubauer Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- Invitation Only
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The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Proposals are accepted by invitation and must include a project description, timeframe, audience served, budget, and anticipated outcomes. Grants are made to organizations qualifying as public charities under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code, provided they support the foundation’s grantmaking priorities. Grants are not made to individuals, for sectarian religious activities, or for political lobbying.
- Contact
Application contact: Grants Department - Neubauer Family
Mailing address: 1717 Arch Street Suite 4050, Philadelphia, PA 19103-2793
Phone: (215) 606-1792
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Neubauer Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Chicago ($5.6M). Together the top 10 received $12.9M.
Grant Size Distribution
932 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 774 grants of 932 (83%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, grant dollars went primarily to recipients in Pennsylvania (37%), Illinois (31%), and New York (22%); Massachusetts and New Jersey each accounted for 3%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 199 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Neubauer Family Foundation open to new grantees?
35%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 69 of 198 grantees (35%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $23K; repeat grants $127K. How we count
Medians: $4K first-time, $8K repeat.
- 61% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 21% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 100% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $17.9M (2024) to $24.4M (2022). In 2024 it made 199 grants totaling $17.9M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago Chicago, IL | Program Support | $5,610,714 |
| Philadelphia Academy of School Leaders Philadelphia, PA | Program Support | $2,262,625 |
| Columbia University New York, NY | Program Support | $1,230,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera New York, NY | Program Support | $1,050,000 |
| American Society for Techion - Israel Institute of Technology Inc New York, NY | Program Support | $561,000 |
| Tufts University Boston, MA | Program Support | $555,000 |
| Whyy Philadelphia, PA | Program Support | $510,820 |
| Youth Empowerment for Advancement Hangout Philadelphia, PA | Program Support | $427,500 |
| National Philanthropic Trust Jenkintown, PA | Program Support | $375,000 |
| Princeton University Princeton, NJ | Program Support | $346,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $361,021,992 | $9,789,643 | $20,276,883 | $17,921,584 | 199 | $20,140,957 | $11,388,596 | $20,101,356 |
| 2023 | $370,416,817 | $21,431,320 | $21,541,432 | $19,482,813 | 263 | $21,028,742 | $24,674,549 | $20,427,151 |
| 2022 | $370,510,214 | $48,903,279 | $26,389,027 | $24,396,920 | 254 | $25,401,422 | $50,498,993 | $21,548,366 |
| 2021 | $348,008,962 | $28,614,405 | $23,797,310 | $22,812,708 | 216 | — | $22,845,121 | $21,937,607 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Neubauer Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $20.1M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission statement is provided. The grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of organizations supported: the University of Chicago says its mission is to communicate and create knowledge and foster a community of scholars and students. Philadelphia Academy of School Leaders says it works to develop and retain school leaders to improve student outcomes and prepare Philadelphia students for college, career, and life. The Barnes Foundation says it promotes education and appreciation of fine arts and horticulture. Project HOME describes its mission as helping people break cycles of homelessness and poverty.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 199 grants totaling $17,921,584. Grant amounts ranged from $100 to $5,610,714, with a median of $5,000. The largest listed grants included $5,610,714 to the University of Chicago, $2,262,625 to Philadelphia Academy of School Leaders, $1,230,000 to Columbia University, and $1,050,000 to the Metropolitan Opera; each was designated for program support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Joseph Neubauer, Lawrence Neubauer, and Melissa Neubauer Anderson as trustees, and Rebecca Cornejo as executive director.
The Neubauer Family Foundation is led by Rebecca Cornejo, Executive Director on every filing since 2021; 1 of 4 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Rebecca Cornejo
Executive Director
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$280K (2021) → $359K (2024)
Joseph Neubauer
Trustee
On filings since 2021
6 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lawrence Neubauer
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Neubauer Anderson
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $359K, to Rebecca Cornejo (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about The Neubauer Family Foundation
How much does The Neubauer Family Foundation give each year?
The Neubauer Family Foundation gave $17.9M across 199 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $19.5M across 263 grants.
What is The Neubauer Family Foundation's typical grant size?
The Neubauer Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $90,058, across 199 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Neubauer Family Foundation that year got $23K on average.
Where does The Neubauer Family Foundation give grants?
The Neubauer Family Foundation's top state is Pennsylvania, with 37% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Illinois (31%) and New York (22%). The most frequent recipient cities were Philadelphia, PA (77 grants), New York, NY (35 grants), Washington, DC (6 grants) and Gladwyne, PA (5 grants).
Does The Neubauer Family Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 199 grants with a stated purpose on The Neubauer Family Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Program Support" (197 grants).
Who are The Neubauer Family Foundation's largest grantees?
The Neubauer Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include University of Chicago ($5,610,714), Philadelphia Academy of School Leaders ($2,262,625) and Columbia University ($1,230,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 51% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Neubauer Family Foundation?
The Neubauer Family Foundation reported $361.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $20.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $20.1M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Neubauer Family Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. The grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of organizations supported: the University of Chicago says its mission is to communicate and create knowledge and foster a community of scholars and students. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Neubauer Family Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Neubauer Family Foundation's EIN?
The Neubauer Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 25-6627704. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Does The Neubauer Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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