Note: Foundations listed in this table provided specific figures for their grants budgets; the other 84 surveyed by The Chronicle did not provide such figures. Unless otherwise noted, figures cover ...

In the realm of family philanthropy, the concept of legacy often takes center stage. It's about creating a lasting impact that transcends generations, embodying the values and visions of its founders.

Kevin Murphy doesn’t want his hometown of Reading, Pa., to join the list, but he feels it’s almost inevitable. The president of the Berks County Community Foundation, in Pennsylvania, has watched as ...