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Foundation for Reading Area Community

Reading, Pennsylvania  ·  EIN 232273163  ·  Private foundation

Foundation for Reading Area Community is a Pennsylvania-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $1.5M in annual giving against $26.9M in assets. This page documents the 7 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Foundation for Reading Area Community — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$1.5M
Annual giving (FY2021)
$26.9M
Total assets
7
Grants tracked
2025
Most recent grant

What Foundation for Reading Area Community funds

Foundation for Reading Area Community's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, health care, higher education, libraries & literacy.

Arts & CultureHealth CareHigher EducationLibraries & Literacy

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Foundation for Reading Area Community, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Reading Area Community College
BOOKS AND EQUIPMENT, SCHOLARSHIPS, WORKS OF ART, ARTS, CULTURE AND LECTURES, SCIENCE OF SUCCESS LAB CAMPAIGN
Reading, PA$1.9M2019
Reading Area Community College
BOOKS AND EQUIPMENT, SCHOLARSHIPS, WORKS OF ART, ARTS, CULTURE AND LECTURES, SCIENCE OF SUCCESS LAB CAMPAIGN
Reading, PA$1.6M2018
Reading Area Community College
HEALTHCARE PAVILION CAMPAIGN, BOOKS AND EQUIPMENT, COLLEGE NEEDS, ARTS, CULTURE, LECTURES
Reading, PA$1.4M2025
Reading Area Community College
SCIENCE OF SUCCESS LAB CAMPAIGN, HEALTHCARE PAVILION CAMPAIGN, BOOKS AND EQUIPMENT, WORKS OF ART, ARTS, CULTURE AND LECTURES,
Reading, PA$1.2M2024
Reading Area Community College
BOOKS AND EQUIPMENT, WORKS OF ART, ARTS, CULTURE AND LECTURES, SCIENCE OF SUCCESS LAB CAMPAIGN, EARLY LEARNING CENTER
Reading, PA$618K2022
Reading Area Community College
BOOKS AND EQUIPMENT, WORKS OF ART, ARTS, CULTURE AND LECTURES, SCIENCE OF SUCCESS LAB CAMPAIGN, HEALTHCARE PAVILION CAMPAIGN
Reading, PA$461K2023
Reading Area Community College
BOOKS AND EQUIPMENT, WORKS OF ART, ARTS, CULTURE AND LECTURES, SCIENCE OF SUCCESS LAB CAMPAIGN
Reading, PA$428K2021

Foundation for Reading Area Community giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2018$1.6M
2019$1.9M
2021$428K
2022$618K
2023$461K
2024$1.2M
2025$1.4M

How to apply for funding from Foundation for Reading Area Community

Foundation for Reading Area Community's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal. You can review the foundation directly at racc.edu/about/foundation.aspx.

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Frequently asked questions about Foundation for Reading Area Community

Does Foundation for Reading Area Community accept grant applications?
Foundation for Reading Area Community's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Foundation for Reading Area Community fund?
Foundation for Reading Area Community's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include Reading Area Community College, Reading Area Community College, Reading Area Community College. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Foundation for Reading Area Community give in grants?
Foundation for Reading Area Community reported $1.5M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $7.6M over 7 grants.
Where is Foundation for Reading Area Community located?
Foundation for Reading Area Community is based in Reading, Pennsylvania. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 232273163.
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About this profile. This page is built from Foundation for Reading Area Community's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Foundation for Reading Area Community. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.