Ernestine B Cairns Tr Uw

EIN 23-6745014 · PA

Invitation only Typical grant ~$25K Funds in PA
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Giving Profile

In 2025, Ernestine B Cairns Tr Uw based in PA paid 3 grants totaling $100K to 3 organizations. Individual grants ranged from $25K to $50K, with a median of $25K. Its largest recipients included THE CURTIS INSTITUTE OF MUSIC, ACADEMY OF VOCAL ARTS, and SETTLEMENT MUSIC SCHOOL. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications — giving is by invitation only.

Foundation at a Glance

Total assets
$2,213,269
Giving (latest yr)
$100,000
Filing year
2025
Itemized grants
3
Median grant
$25K
Recipients
3
States reached
1
Officers/trustees
1
Unsolicited applications
No — invitation only

Where the Money Goes

Top recipients

  • The Curtis Institute of Music$50,000
  • Academy of Vocal Arts$25,000
  • Settlement Music School$25,000

Where grants went

  • Pennsylvania$100,000 · 3 grants

Grants Paid (3)

The Curtis Institute of Music
Philadelphia, PA
General Operating
$50,000
Academy of Vocal Arts
Philadelphia, PA
Scholarships
$25,000
Settlement Music School
Philadelphia, PA
General Operating
$25,000

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

No. Ernestine B Cairns Tr Uw does not accept unsolicited applications — its grantmaking is by invitation only. Cultivating a relationship or securing an introduction is typically required.

Ernestine B Cairns Tr Uw is classified as a Arts, Culture & Humanities funder. Museums, performing arts, cultural institutions, and the humanities.

In its most recent filing, Ernestine B Cairns Tr Uw reported 3 itemized grants totaling $100K. Individual grants ranged from $25K to $50K (median $25K).

Recent recipients include THE CURTIS INSTITUTE OF MUSIC, ACADEMY OF VOCAL ARTS, SETTLEMENT MUSIC SCHOOL. The full grant list is on this page.

Ernestine B Cairns Tr Uw is a private foundation based in Pennsylvania, per its IRS 990-PF filing.

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