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Richard King Mellon Foundation: 296 grants to organizations, $116.7 million (tax year ended December 2024)

Richard King Mellon Foundation, a private foundation in Ligonier, PA, paid 296 grants to organizations totaling $116,670,323 in its tax year ended December 2024, according to its Form 990-PF filed with the IRS on November 13, 2025. The largest was $10,000,000 to University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, PA for toward ten-year support of the university's construction and launch of a facility at hazelwood green to catalyze economic development strategy focused on building facilities for manufacturing cell, ge.

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EIN
251127705
Based in
Ligonier, PA
Assets
$3,464,902,651
Grants paid
$116,670,323
Tax year ended
December 2024

Grants paid, tax year ended December 2024

From the Form 990-PF filed November 13, 2025, IRS object ID 202503179349103185. It reported $116,670,323 in grants paid; 296 grants to organizations are listed.

RecipientLocationPurposeCauseAmountSource
University of PittsburghPittsburgh, PAToward ten-year support of the university's construction and launch of a facility at hazelwood green to catalyze economic development strategy focused on building facilities for manufacturing cell, geEducation$10,000,000apps.irs.gov
Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, PAToward ten-year support of construction of a new building for sciences in oakland$7,500,000apps.irs.gov
Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, PAToward four-year support to establish a permanent manufacturing futures institute at hazelwood green$7,000,000apps.irs.gov
Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, PAToward ten-year support to construct a robotics innovation center at hazelwood green to accelerate robotics discovery and entreprenuership and to strengthen pittsburgh's economic future$5,500,000apps.irs.gov
American Prairie FoundationBozeman, MTTo acquire multiple properties to assemble a short grass prairie ecosystem reserve in northcentral montanaEnvironment$4,500,000apps.irs.gov
Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh FoundationPittsburgh, PATo conduct research in infection biology and childhood asthma at upmc childrens hospital and retain outstanding scientists in pittsburgh$2,100,000apps.irs.gov
Phoebe Foundation IncAlbany, GAToward construction of a new medical tower to house a level ii trauma center, neonatal intensive care unit, and intensive care facilityHealth care$2,000,000apps.irs.gov
The Citizen Science LabPittsburgh, PATo expand operations with the creation of the state-of-the-art center for scientific excellence at the historic mlk reading and cultural center in the hill districtHuman services$2,000,000apps.irs.gov
African American Cultural CenterPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$1,550,000apps.irs.gov
Three Rivers Communities IncMcKees Rocks, PATo build affordable housingHuman services$1,250,000apps.irs.gov
Rodale InstituteKutztown, PATo advance regenerative organic agriculture researchFood, agriculture and nutrition$1,029,000apps.irs.gov
Allegheny CollegeMeadville, PATo launch start-up and redevelopment activities of the meadville community revitalization corporationEducation$1,000,000apps.irs.gov
County of Allegheny Department of Human ServicesPittsburgh, PAToward support of programs and services designed to help people move to more permanent housing$1,000,000apps.irs.gov
Homewood Children's VillagePittsburgh, PAToward support of operations$1,000,000apps.irs.gov
Max McGraw Wildlife FoundationDundee, ILTo support the production of an imax film and educational outreach to instill conservation values among children and adults with emphasis on the louisiana coastline, marshes, water, and birds$1,000,000apps.irs.gov
Mutual Aid Ambulance Service IncGreensburg, PAToward the purchase of ambulances to enhance quality of careHealth care$1,000,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Glass Center IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of operations and to expand apprentice housingArts, culture and humanities$1,000,000apps.irs.gov
Valley School of LigonierRector, PATo provide financial aid, employ expert faculty, and maintain the schools buildings and grounds$1,000,000apps.irs.gov
Community Foundation of Greater JohnstownJohnstown, PATo support the economic revitalization of downtown johnstownPhilanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations$977,000apps.irs.gov
Franklin & Marshall CollegeLancaster, PATo improve water quality and ecosystem health in the chesapeake bay watershedEducation$937,500apps.irs.gov
Allegheny CollegeMeadville, PATo engage in strategic conservation initiatives to conserve and sustain the land, water and cultural resources of the upper allegheny river basinEducation$934,877apps.irs.gov
Foundation for California University of PennsylvaniaCalifornia, PATo protect habitats, restore populations of species of concern and improve water qualityEducation$750,000apps.irs.gov
Foundation for Pennsylvania WatershedsAlexandria, PATo accelerate watershed restoration and remediate the impacts of abandoned mine lands$750,000apps.irs.gov
The Chuck Noll Foundation for Brain Injury ResearchPittsburgh, PATo help support research on brain injuries and toward the brain injury research symposiumEducation$750,000apps.irs.gov
The Pennsylvania State University - New KensingtonNew Kensington, PAToward support of operations for the digital foundry$750,000apps.irs.gov
Wonderseed FoundationLos Angeles, CATo partner with freedom house 2.0 to develop four ai coaching scenarios for practicing conflict resolution and job interviewing skills within virtual reality for the workplace$745,200apps.irs.gov
Community College of Allegheny County Education FoundationPittsburgh, PAToward the reinventing community approaches advanced manufacturing pilot programEducation$680,000apps.irs.gov
Catalyst ConnectionPittsburgh, PATo create a sector-based partnership with the manufacturing apprenticeship collaborativeScience and technology$675,000apps.irs.gov
Ligonier BoroughLigonier, PATo update and enhance the town hall$651,000apps.irs.gov
Susquehanna UniversitySelinsgrove, PAToward support of the freshwater research instituteEducation$592,000apps.irs.gov
Salem Township Volunteer Fire Company #2Forbes Road, PATo improve training for volunteer fire fighters in westmoreland countyPublic safety, disaster preparedness and relief$582,000apps.irs.gov
Harvard UniversityBoston, MAToward support of project argyle$575,000apps.irs.gov
One MindRutherford, CATo support an employer-led coalition in southwestern pennsylvania that will collaborate to improve the mental health of the local workforce and broader communityMental health and crisis intervention$570,000apps.irs.gov
Heart of the Rockies InitiativeMissoula, MTTo scale durable conservation of private lands in the central rocky mountain region while connecting habitatEnvironment$550,000apps.irs.gov
National Fish and Wildlife FoundationWashington, DCTo restore aquatic and forest habitat in central appalachiaAnimal-related$550,000apps.irs.gov
Texas A&M University-KingsvilleKingsville, TXTo create a wildlife health reporting pipeline to facilitate spatial epidemiological analyses of chronic wasting disease for better informed management strategies$540,000apps.irs.gov
Allegheny Conference On Community DevelopmentPittsburgh, PAToward continued support for business investment and job creation$506,000apps.irs.gov
A Schools Pittsburgh's Community Alliance for Public EducationPittsburgh, PATo increase student attendance and improve students academic outcomes$500,000apps.irs.gov
Aspinwall Riverfront Park IncPittsburgh, PATo activate a new expanded park space and upgrade current park facilitiesRecreation and sports$500,000apps.irs.gov
Better Block FoundationEwing, TXTo complete four creative placemaking projects in allegheny and westmoreland countiesCommunity improvement and capacity building$500,000apps.irs.gov
Boys and Girls Clubs of Western PennsylvaniaPittsburgh, PAToward support of operations and programs$500,000apps.irs.gov
Brother's Brother FoundationPittsburgh, PATo assist those impacted by hurricanes helene and milton$500,000apps.irs.gov
Cafe Momentum PittsburghPittsburgh, PAToward support of operations$500,000apps.irs.gov
Children's Museum of PittsburghPittsburgh, PATo redesign the museums backyard exhibit and to plan for a new outdoor campus experience$500,000apps.irs.gov
Creating Pittsburgh Tomorrow IncPittsburgh, PATo attract, retain and engage young leaders in pittsburghCommunity improvement and capacity building$500,000apps.irs.gov
Frick Art & Historical Center IncPittsburgh, PATo expand audiences and forge and strengthen regional partnerships$500,000apps.irs.gov
Greater Washington Educational Telecommunications Association IncArlington, VAToward production of the documentary, ken burns presents hiding in plain sight: adult mental illnessArts, culture and humanities$500,000apps.irs.gov
Greater Washington Educational Telecommunications Association IncArlington, VATo support the caregivers documentary filmArts, culture and humanities$500,000apps.irs.gov
Headwaters Charitable TrustCurwensville, PATo complete 19 state highway road crossings in clarion, forest, elk and mckean counties$500,000apps.irs.gov
Historical Society of Western PennsylvaniaPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$500,000apps.irs.gov
International League of Conservation Photographers IncArlington, VAToward production of an imax film that inspires audiences to engage in conservation of the american southEnvironment$500,000apps.irs.gov
KidsvoicePittsburgh, PATo remove roadblocks to employment, housing, and health for foster youth to transition successfully to independent livingCrime and legal-related$500,000apps.irs.gov
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens IncPittsburgh, PATo develop and implement a variety of environmental education programsEnvironment$500,000apps.irs.gov
The Conservation Fund A Nonprofit CorporationArlington, VATo develop and implement regional strategies for investing in conservation and the well-being of appalachian communitiesEnvironment$500,000apps.irs.gov
Westmoreland Museum of ArtGreensburg, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$500,000apps.irs.gov
Zoological Society of PittsburghPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsAnimal-related$500,000apps.irs.gov
Ligonier Valley Young Men's Christian Association of PennsylvaniaLigonier, PAToward roof repairs$450,000apps.irs.gov
Maine Coast Heritage TrustTopsham, METo develop branding and content to increase public engagementEnvironment$410,000apps.irs.gov
Bethlen Home of the Hungarian Reformed Federation of AmericaLigonier, PATo upgrade room furniture and flooringHuman services$400,000apps.irs.gov
Bible Center Church IncPittsburgh, PAFor child and youth-serving programsReligion-related$400,000apps.irs.gov
Center of LifePittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsHuman services$400,000apps.irs.gov
Chesapeake Bay Foundation IncAnnapolis, MDTo support watershed restoration and best management practices to improve habitat and water quality in the chesapeake bay watershedEnvironment$400,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Area Community Schools IncPittsburgh, PATo continue attendance improvement initiatives in westmoreland countyEducation$400,000apps.irs.gov
Upmc for You IncPittsburgh, PAFor freedom house 2.0s emergency medical technician training and apprenticeship programs$400,000apps.irs.gov
Youth Enrichment Services IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsHuman services$400,000apps.irs.gov
The Pennsylvania State UniversityUniversity Park, PATo develop and pilot stem virtual, augmented, and mixed reality training programs with residents in the mon valley$392,000apps.irs.gov
Micro-Society IncPhiladelphia, PATo implement the micro-society model in two pittsburgh schoolsEducation$377,000apps.irs.gov
African American Cultural CenterPittsburgh, PATo support the build residencyArts, culture and humanities$375,000apps.irs.gov
Goodwill of Southwestern PennsylvaniaPittsburgh, PATo offer digital skills training to equip jobseekers with the knowledge and credentials necessary to strengthen employability and earning potentialEmployment$375,000apps.irs.gov
Per Scholas IncBronx, NYTo pilot a satellite classroom for un- and under-employed adults in the mon valley regionEmployment$375,000apps.irs.gov
Greater Pittsburgh Office of PromotionPittsburgh, PATo offer workforce training to support the local entertainment industry talent pipelineCommunity improvement and capacity building$370,000apps.irs.gov
The Pennsylvania State UniversityUniversity Park, PATo pilot a micro-credential initiative in 21st century skills, hybrid additive manufacturing, and manufacturing robotics$368,000apps.irs.gov
North Side Christian Health CenterPittsburgh, PAToward support of a growth strategy to serve more patientsHealth care$367,000apps.irs.gov
New Century CareersPittsburgh, PATo convert its advanced manufacturing curriculum to a digital format and expand servicesEmployment$365,000apps.irs.gov
Cambiar EducationSan Diego, CATo pilot research-based reading instruction to increase reading fluencyEducation$350,000apps.irs.gov
Gwen's Girls IncPittsburgh, PATo strengthen gwens girls programming and evaluation$350,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$350,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Symphony IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of operations and strategic plan implementationArts, culture and humanities$350,000apps.irs.gov
Union Mission of Latrobe IncLatrobe, PAToward support of operations$350,000apps.irs.gov
American Recreation CoalitionWashington, DCTo implement projects which advance the growth of the outdoor recreation economyRecreation and sports$340,000apps.irs.gov
Backcountry Hunters & AnglersMissoula, MTTo strengthen community engagement in urban areas, habitat stewardship programming, and outreach strategies through increased staff alignmentEnvironment$340,000apps.irs.gov
Allegheny Intermediate UnitHomestead, PAFor the trauma education and response program$330,000apps.irs.gov
DeliverfundWhitefish, MTTo support the pennsylvania united against human trafficking projectHuman services$325,000apps.irs.gov
Leading To Movement IncPort Saint Joe, FLTo develop public-private partnerships that support early childhood education in allegheny and westmoreland counties$325,000apps.irs.gov
Strada Collaborative LLC Dba Roadtrip NationIndianapolis, INTo build social capital and improve economic mobility for low-income youth through storytelling and experiential learning$325,000apps.irs.gov
Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education FoundationHarrisburg, PATo partner with niche.com to provide qualified high school seniors direct admission to pennsylvania western university$322,000apps.irs.gov
Westmoreland Hospital FoundationGreensburg, PATo validate and optimize predictive and causal inference models identifying risk and interventions to reduce infant mortality in westmoreland countyHealth care$312,394apps.irs.gov
Reimagine Reentry IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsHuman services$310,000apps.irs.gov
25 Carrick Ave ProjectPittsburgh, PATo design and implement educational and workforce development programs that build skills and career pathways in entertainment production$300,000apps.irs.gov
Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing InstitutePittsburgh, PATo provide rapid training opportunities to attract and upskill individuals for careers in advanced manufacturing and roboticsScience and technology$300,000apps.irs.gov
Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, PATo expand the provision of math tutoring for middle school students in allegheny county$300,000apps.irs.gov
Center of LifePittsburgh, PATo assist in the completion of pre-development activities for a capital projectHuman services$300,000apps.irs.gov
Economic Growth Connection of WestmorelandGreensburg, PATo conduct an evaluation of the emerging industries rfp grantees portfolioCommunity improvement and capacity building$300,000apps.irs.gov
Jeremiah's Place - Pittsburgh Relief NurseryPittsburgh, PATo pilot a collaborative project to engage families in early learning opportunities$300,000apps.irs.gov
Northern Forest Center IncConcord, NHTo accelerate outdoor recreation-based activation in maines moosehead and katahdin regionsEducation$300,000apps.irs.gov
Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic ViolenceHarrisburg, PAFor domestic violence programs serving allegheny and westmoreland counties to work together to maximize housing stability for survivors with children$300,000apps.irs.gov
Pennsylvania Organization for Women in Early RecoveryPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsMental health and crisis intervention$300,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Opera IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$300,000apps.irs.gov
SLB Radio Productions IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$300,000apps.irs.gov
The Pittsburgh Public Theater CorporationPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$300,000apps.irs.gov
The Pittsburgh Public Theater CorporationPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$300,000apps.irs.gov
Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership IncWashington, DCTo promote health forage fish populations and ecoystem-based fisheries managementAnimal-related$300,000apps.irs.gov
Trout Unlimited IncArlington, VATo reconnect and restore coldwater habitat in the pennsylvania segments of the susquehanna and allegheny rivers as well as priority waters in the laurel highlandsAnimal-related$300,000apps.irs.gov
Vermont Huts Association LTDStowe, VTTo support development of a system of huts along the velomont trailRecreation and sports$300,000apps.irs.gov
International Mountain Bicycling AssociationBoulder, COTo advance the planning, design, and/or construction of select trail projects in geographic areas of mutual interest to further activate outdoor recreationRecreation and sports$283,000apps.irs.gov
Waypoint Youth and Community CenterWest Newton, PAFor a workforce development program for underserved teens and young adults in west newtonHuman services$277,000apps.irs.gov
West Virginia University Foundation IncMorgantown, WVTo establish a regional institute to empower organizations, professionals, and the workforce to advance outdoor recreation and conservationEducation$272,250apps.irs.gov
Western Pennsylvania ConservancyPittsburgh, PAToward support of improving community environmental qualityEnvironment$255,000apps.irs.gov
Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay IncAnnapolis, MDTo expand technical assistance capacity and buffer maintenance to improve and accelerate best management practices in the chesapeake bay watershedEnvironment$250,000apps.irs.gov
American Forest FoundationWashington, DCTo engage a third-party consultant to evaluate financial and business models to ensure success of the family forest carbon programEnvironment$250,000apps.irs.gov
American Rivers IncWashington DC, DCTo improve aquatic habitat connectivity via engagement, partnerships, and dam removal implementation in western pennsylvaniaEnvironment$250,000apps.irs.gov
Boys and Girls Clubs of Western PennsylvaniaPittsburgh, PAToward planning and activations for teen programming in downtown pittsburgh$250,000apps.irs.gov
Brashear Association IncorporatedPittsburgh, PATo create a safe, healthy, educational and recreational spaceHuman services$250,000apps.irs.gov
Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, PATo map tree of heaven using different aerial sensing modalities, offering a resource to foresters$250,000apps.irs.gov
Delta Waterfowl FoundationBismarck, NDTo support the university hunting programAnimal-related$250,000apps.irs.gov
Ducks Unlimited IncMemphis, TNTo strengthen and diversify the collegiate hunter recruitment, retention, and reactivation program$250,000apps.irs.gov
Economic Growth Connection of WestmorelandGreensburg, PAToward support of operationsCommunity improvement and capacity building$250,000apps.irs.gov
Fort Ligonier AssociationLigonier, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$250,000apps.irs.gov
Fort Ligonier AssociationLigonier, PATo name fort ligonier's art gallery, acquire art and artifacts, and expand programmingArts, culture and humanities$250,000apps.irs.gov
Hempfield Township Parks & Recreation Friends of Hempfield PaGreensburg, PAToward development of weatherwood community park in hempfield township, westmoreland countyRecreation and sports$250,000apps.irs.gov
Heritage Community InitiativesBraddock, PATo strengthen education programsHealth care$250,000apps.irs.gov
Mutual Aid Ambulance Service IncGreensburg, PATo increase earned revenue through various programsHealth care$250,000apps.irs.gov
National Audubon Society IncNew York, NYTo reverse bird declines and preserve the integrity of ecosystems through forest management programs$250,000apps.irs.gov
National Center for Urban Solutions TecColumbus, OHTo provide career readiness in advanced manufacturingEducation$250,000apps.irs.gov
Neighborhood Allies IncPittsburgh, PATo create an asset map for mental health services$250,000apps.irs.gov
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat CommissionHarrisburg, PATo implement boating experiences to foster aquatic conservation and outdoor recreation$250,000apps.irs.gov
Pennsylvania Women WorkPittsburgh, PAToward support of operations$250,000apps.irs.gov
Per Scholas IncBronx, NYTo prepare adults traditionally under-represented in technology for high-growth careers in the industryEmployment$250,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Conservation CorpsPittsburgh, PATo develop a wood reuse program for fallen street treesHuman services$250,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Minority Business AcceleratorPittsburgh, PATo provide coaching and support to minority-owned businesses in pittsburghHuman services$250,000apps.irs.gov
Private Industry Council of Westmorelandfayette IncGreensburg, PATo implement the sprout parent-education hybrid program with caregivers of preschool-age children in westmoreland county$250,000apps.irs.gov
Schools That CanPittsburgh, PATo provide proven inputs for students, teachers, and schools to realize activities that support needed career readiness$250,000apps.irs.gov
South Hills Interfaith MinistriesBethel Park, PAToward youth programs that enable comprehensive development in children ages three to 18 years oldReligion-related$250,000apps.irs.gov
The Clemente Collection at Engine House 25Pittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$250,000apps.irs.gov
The Jerome Bettis Bus Stops Here FoundationMcKees Rocks, PAToward a mobile classroom equipped with computers and internet access$250,000apps.irs.gov
The Mattress FactoryPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$250,000apps.irs.gov
The Nature ConservancyArlington, VATo build the capacity of the bureau of state parks and allegheny national forest to use prescribed fire for land management$250,000apps.irs.gov
The Neighborhood AcademyPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsEducation$250,000apps.irs.gov
Trout Unlimited IncArlington, VATo reconnect and restore coldwater habitat for native trout and salmon in the priority waters of new york, vermont, new hampshire, and maineAnimal-related$250,000apps.irs.gov
Wqed MultimediaPittsburgh, PATo support the africana initiative, focused on culturally specific art and education platformsArts, culture and humanities$250,000apps.irs.gov
Carnegie InstitutePittsburgh, PATo undertake an integrated data analysis that advances ecological research and supports the development of educational resources at powdermill nature reserveArts, culture and humanities$248,000apps.irs.gov
Consortium for Public EducationMcKeesport, PATo convene nonprofit leaders in the economic mobility program$234,000apps.irs.gov
Ligonier Valley Library AssociationLigonier, PAToward support of operations$231,000apps.irs.gov
Reading & Math IncMinneapolis, MNTo explore the need for reading corps services in allegheny and westmoreland countiesEducation$225,000apps.irs.gov
Upchieve IncBrooklyn, NYTo conduct an opportunity assessment and pilot various models of service delivery in allegheny and westmoreland countiesEducation$225,000apps.irs.gov
Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services IncCharleroi, PAFor an evidence-based program to help students develop self-awareness and classroom competenciesCommunity improvement and capacity building$224,000apps.irs.gov
Homewood Children's VillagePittsburgh, PATo improve technology and streamline operating processes$221,000apps.irs.gov
Hollow Oak Land Trust IncCorapolis, PATo protect habitat, water quality, and ecosystem health while promoting healthy outdoor recreational opportunities in allegheny and beaver countiesEnvironment$220,000apps.irs.gov
Ryan Shazier Fund for Spinal RehabilitationPittsburgh, PATo pilot the spinal cord injury resource connectorHealth care$220,000apps.irs.gov
Saint Vincent CollegeLatrobe, PATo support the revitalization of latrobes downtown business corridorEducation$215,000apps.irs.gov
Western Pennsylvania ConservancyPittsburgh, PATo acquire ecologically important property in susquehanna township, cambria countyEnvironment$209,000apps.irs.gov
National Interscholastic Cycling AssociationOrinda, CATo build staffing capacity in pittsburgh and western pennsylvania$207,700apps.irs.gov
Advancing Youth InitiativePittsburgh, PATo support curriculum development and industry engagementEducation$200,000apps.irs.gov
Appalachian Trail ConservancyHarpers Ferry, WVTo scale community conservation partnership models along the appalachian trail in pennsylvaniaRecreation and sports$200,000apps.irs.gov
Empirical Resolution IncNew York, NYTo deliver and assess the effects of an ai-literacy curriculum provided collaboratively with stem coding labEducation$200,000apps.irs.gov
Environmental Policy Innovation CenterCollege Park, MDTo evaluate evolving opportunities for private investment in nature, biodiversity, water quality, and similar environmental outcomesEnvironment$200,000apps.irs.gov
Eradicate Hate Global SummitPittsburgh, PATo host the 2024 eradicate hate global summit in pittsburghPublic and societal benefit$200,000apps.irs.gov
Friends of the Riverfront IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsCommunity improvement and capacity building$200,000apps.irs.gov
Green Building AlliancePittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsEnvironment$200,000apps.irs.gov
Imani Christian AcademyPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsEducation$200,000apps.irs.gov
Latrobe Foundation IncLatrobe, PATo improve access to legion keener park and creekside trailPhilanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations$200,000apps.irs.gov
Melting Pot MinistriesBethel Park, PAToward support for enrichment programs for young peoplePhilanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations$200,000apps.irs.gov
Outdoor FoundationBoulder, COTo expand the thrive outside initiative to the pittsburgh regionEducation$200,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Parks ConservancyPittsburgh, PATo advance activation efforts and ecosystem health of hays woods parkRecreation and sports$200,000apps.irs.gov
Quantum TheatrePittsburgh, PATo implement a strategy to secure quantums next eraArts, culture and humanities$200,000apps.irs.gov
Sustainable PittsburghPittsburgh, PATo support operations and further sustainability practices in the pittsburgh regionEnvironment$200,000apps.irs.gov
University of Pittsburgh GreensburgGreensburg, PATo increase partnerships with low-income schools for students to develop college-ready, career-related, financial literacy, and leadership skills$200,000apps.irs.gov
Western Pennsylvania ConservancyPittsburgh, PAToward support of operations for watershed stewardshipEnvironment$200,000apps.irs.gov
Western Pennsylvania ConservancyPittsburgh, PAToward support of operations for habitat conservationEnvironment$200,000apps.irs.gov
Westmoreland Human Opportunities IncGreensburg, PAFor early childhood education programs$200,000apps.irs.gov
Inland Woods TrailsBethel, METoward support of operations and equipment to advance the activation of conserved lands and the outdoor recreation economy in western maineEnvironment$190,000apps.irs.gov
Pennsylvania Wilds Center for Entrepreneurship IncKane, PATo support commerce platforms and business development in the pennsylvania wildsEnvironment$188,000apps.irs.gov
Trying TogetherPittsburgh, PATo improve organizational design, internal communications, and data visualization$184,000apps.irs.gov
The Pennsylvania State UniversityUniversity Park, PATo create a clean energy sector-based partnership to build a talent pipeline connecting industry needs with student discovery, training, and education$181,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Trust for Cultural ResourcesPittsburgh, PATo partner with carnegie mellon universitys school of drama to pilot behind the scenes$180,000apps.irs.gov
Crossroads FoundationPittsburgh, PAToward services that increase students academic achievement$175,000apps.irs.gov
Nine Mile Run Watershed Association IncPittsburgh, PAToward operations to develop stormwater management projects and partnerships in the pittsburgh regionEnvironment$175,000apps.irs.gov
The Pennsylvania State University - New KensingtonNew Kensington, PATo design and pilot a sector-based partnership in advanced manufacturing$175,000apps.irs.gov
Consortium for Public EducationMcKeesport, PATo build partnerships to create access to learning opportunities$173,000apps.irs.gov
Trust for Public LandSan Francisco, CATo enhance, update, and maintain planning, prioritization, and decision support tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of conservation investmentsEnvironment$171,000apps.irs.gov
Greensburg Salem School DistrictGreensburg, PATo develop a program to teach mental fitness and resiliency skills to middle school students$170,000apps.irs.gov
Launchbio IncSan Diego, CATo assess the feasibility of a co-working wet lab space in pittsburgh for life science startupsScience and technology$165,000apps.irs.gov
Mountain Watershed Association IncMelcroft, PAToward operating support for ecological restoration of the youghiogheny river watershedEnvironment$165,000apps.irs.gov
National Wildlife FederationReston, VATo establish a network of partners to restore water quality in the ohio river basinAnimal-related$165,000apps.irs.gov
Derry Area School District Foundation IncDerry, PATo renovate an existing greenhouse and enhance high school agricultural and horticultural programsEducation$163,000apps.irs.gov
Green Forests Work IncLexington, KYToward support of operations for mine land restoration in pennsylvania and the central appalachiansEnvironment$160,000apps.irs.gov
Western Pennsylvania ConservancyPittsburgh, PATo protect property through fee simple acquisition, expanding bear run nature reserve in the laurel highlandsEnvironment$154,338apps.irs.gov
Alumni Theater CompanyPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$150,000apps.irs.gov
Civic Light Opera AssociationPittsburgh, PATo attract arts patrons to downtown pittsburgh for its summer seriesArts, culture and humanities$150,000apps.irs.gov
Davis & Elkins CollegeElkins, WVToward construction and activation of 3.1 miles of natural surface trail as part of the east trail master planEducation$150,000apps.irs.gov
Erie Bird ObservatoryErie, PATo promote birding and provide events and services for visiting birdersAnimal-related$150,000apps.irs.gov
Great Allegheny Passage ConservancyHomestead, PATo create an implementation plan to achieve long-term infrastructural improvements along the great allegheny passage, and a strategic plan to drive the conservancys future accomplishmentsEnvironment$150,000apps.irs.gov
Greater Yellowstone Coalition IncBozeman, MTTo implement grizzly bear conflict prevention projects and improve management practicesEnvironment$150,000apps.irs.gov
Grow PittsburghPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsFood, agriculture and nutrition$150,000apps.irs.gov
Handmade ArcadePittsburgh, PATo support and grow the businesses of makers and craft-based artistsArts, culture and humanities$150,000apps.irs.gov
Jeremiah's Place - Pittsburgh Relief NurseryPittsburgh, PAToward support of operations$150,000apps.irs.gov
Lancaster County ConservancyLancaster, PATo improve infrastructure at climbers run nature centerEnvironment$150,000apps.irs.gov
National Deer AssociationBogart, GATo address critical issues related to overabundant deer populations and the impact on environment, public health, agriculture, disease, and human communitiesAnimal-related$150,000apps.irs.gov
New England Forestry Foundation IncLittleton, MATo design and capitalize an incentive program for maines forest landowners that supports better forest managementEnvironment$150,000apps.irs.gov
Poise FoundationPittsburgh, PATo develop a new strategic planPhilanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations$150,000apps.irs.gov
Seton Hill UniversityGreensburg, PATo develop a plan for supporting entrepreneurial and housing needs to grow economic development in greensburgEducation$150,000apps.irs.gov
Student Conservation Association IncArlington, VATo engage youth in hands-on conservation projects to improve public land in allegheny county$150,000apps.irs.gov
University of PittsburghPittsburgh, PATo build organizational capacity of area nonprofits and develop the next generation of nonprofit leadersEducation$150,000apps.irs.gov
Venture Outdoors IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsEnvironment$150,000apps.irs.gov
Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services IncCharleroi, PAToward support of the monessen beyond grad programCommunity improvement and capacity building$143,225apps.irs.gov
University of Pittsburgh Institute of PoliticsPittsburgh, PATo support programming for the dick thornburgh forum$130,800apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Parks ConservancyPittsburgh, PATo hire a fundraising professionalRecreation and sports$125,000apps.irs.gov
Rector & Visitors of the University of VirginiaCharlottesville, VATo develop a framework which advances investment into projects that integrate nature into the urban environment$125,000apps.irs.gov
Will Allen FoundationPittsburgh, PATo provide training in stem through robotics, financial literacy, health and wellness, and other life skills, enabling pathways to future education and career successYouth development$125,000apps.irs.gov
University of PittsburghPittsburgh, PATo teach computational thinking and computer programming to middle school studentsEducation$120,000apps.irs.gov
Mountain Watershed Association IncMelcroft, PAToward the acquisition of 69.2 acres of land in the indian creek valleyEnvironment$115,000apps.irs.gov
Children's Institute of PittsburghPittsburgh, PATo access human resource research$112,900apps.irs.gov
Westmoreland Museum of ArtGreensburg, PATo conduct market research and strategic and major gift planningArts, culture and humanities$105,000apps.irs.gov
Foundation for Christian CounselingGreensburg, PATo increase access to addiction and behavioral health treatment for individualsMental health and crisis intervention$104,500apps.irs.gov
African American Chamber Foundation of Western PennsylvaniaPittsburgh, PATo build leadership capacity$100,000apps.irs.gov
African American Cultural CenterPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsArts, culture and humanities$100,000apps.irs.gov
Allegheny Conference On Community DevelopmentPittsburgh, PATo engage a design firm to develop a vision for downtown pittsburgh$100,000apps.irs.gov
Allegheny Intermediate UnitHomestead, PATo host a national convening of education leaders to prototype innovations for the future of learning$100,000apps.irs.gov
Casa of Allegheny CountyPittsburgh, PATo provide a volunteer advocate/community counselor for vulnerable children in the allegheny county family courtCivil rights, social action and advocacy$100,000apps.irs.gov
Dress for Success PittsburghPittsburgh, PAToward support of operations for mobile delivery servicesEmployment$100,000apps.irs.gov
Film PittsburghPittsburgh, PATo develop a plan to market current programming, attract film viewing audiences to downtown pittsburgh, and launch a new film competitionArts, culture and humanities$100,000apps.irs.gov
Friends of Blackwater IncThomas, WVTo create a plan for a new national historic trail and to install a new observation platform at douglas falls in blackwater falls state parkEnvironment$100,000apps.irs.gov
Friends of the Cheat IncKingwood, WVTo develop plans for improved cheat river access and coordinate community outdoor programsEnvironment$100,000apps.irs.gov
Humane Animal RescuePittsburgh, PATo partner with allegheny health network to provide a continuum of accessible healthcare and support services to people and animals in allegheny countyAnimal-related$100,000apps.irs.gov
Leechburg Area Community Development CorporationLeechburg, PATo build a riverfront trail, enhance park amenities, and connect to the armstrong trail systemCommunity improvement and capacity building$100,000apps.irs.gov
Local Government AcademyPittsburgh, PATo identify and evaluate sustainable capital projects for a prototype municipal lending program for local governments$100,000apps.irs.gov
Outdoor Sport Institute IncCaribou, METo build trail development capacity in maines katahdin region$100,000apps.irs.gov
Pennsylvania Parks and Forests FoundationCamp Hill, PATo hire a consultant to market and elevate the pennsylvania outdoor corps brand to build engagementEnvironment$100,000apps.irs.gov
The Clearwater Conservancy of Central Pennsylvania IncState College, PATo increase outdoor accessibility while creating a healthier community that values conservationEnvironment$100,000apps.irs.gov
West View HubPittsburgh, PAToward support of operationsHuman services$100,000apps.irs.gov
Loyalhanna Watershed Association IncLigonier, PAToward support of operations and project initiatives that restore water quality in the loyalhanna watershedEnvironment$95,000apps.irs.gov
Maine Coast Heritage TrustTopsham, METo assess workflow for efficiency and impact and build new channels to improve communicationEnvironment$90,000apps.irs.gov
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat CommissionHarrisburg, PATo expand efforts to propagate freshwater mussels in western pennsylvania$86,000apps.irs.gov
Beverly's BirthdaysNorth Huntingdon, PATo support the greater pittsburgh infant formula bank$85,000apps.irs.gov
Georgia Audubon IncAtlanta, GATo eradicate five non-native invasive plant species impacting migratory birds$83,000apps.irs.gov
Pennsylvania Resources Council IncPittsburgh, PATo develop a center for hard-to-recycle materials in allegheny countyEnvironment$80,000apps.irs.gov
Bible Center Church IncPittsburgh, PATo plan and test a training program to equip staff to provide effective academic and social supports for out-of-school-time studentsReligion-related$75,000apps.irs.gov
Mary and Alexander Laughlin Children's CenterSewickley, PAToward support of operations$75,000apps.irs.gov
Pa Cleanways of Allegheny County IncEtna, PAFor a feasibility study to analyze trash trapping systems to clean pittsburghs riversEnvironment$75,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Trust for Cultural ResourcesPittsburgh, PATo conduct a feasibility study for a temporary performing arts venue in pittsburgh$75,000apps.irs.gov
Winchester-Thurston SchoolPittsburgh, PATo plan and pilot a summer program for high school students$75,000apps.irs.gov
Woodlands Community LendersElkins, WVTo support new and growing small businesses engaged in the outdoor recreation economy in the monongahela national forest regionCommunity improvement and capacity building$75,000apps.irs.gov
Carlow UniversityPittsburgh, PATo pilot new and updated business process controls for higher education institutions in western pennsylvaniaEducation$70,000apps.irs.gov
MultiplierSan Francisco, CATo launch a large-scale green infrastructure initiative in pittsburgh using vacant lots to reduce flooding and improve water qualityEnvironment$70,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Community Broadcasting CorporationPittsburgh, PATo report on conservation and sustainability efforts in western pennsylvania, for radio and digital media, to bring about a more informed citizenryArts, culture and humanities$65,000apps.irs.gov
Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, PATo analyze the quality of life in downtown pittsburgh, benchmarking with comparable cities$63,000apps.irs.gov
Commons IncWashington, DCTo manage, measure, and track the impact of ecological restoration and conservation investments$60,090apps.irs.gov
Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds and RiversPittsburgh, PATo facilitate technical support for watershed partnersEnvironment$60,000apps.irs.gov
Will Allen FoundationPittsburgh, PATo embark upon a brand enhancement projectYouth development$55,000apps.irs.gov
Allegheny Land TrustSewickley, PATo retain an executive search firm to identify, vet, interview and evaluate high quality ceo candidates$50,000apps.irs.gov
Alumni Theater CompanyPittsburgh, PAToward support of operations in memory of dr. jared cohonArts, culture and humanities$50,000apps.irs.gov
Community College of Allegheny County Education FoundationPittsburgh, PAToward support for a skilled trades academyEducation$50,000apps.irs.gov
Community Foundation of Greater JohnstownJohnstown, PATo promote economic and downtown revitalization in small cities anchored by higher education in western pennsylvaniaPhilanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations$50,000apps.irs.gov
Cradle SocietyEvanston, ILToward support of operations$50,000apps.irs.gov
Fort Ligonier AssociationLigonier, PATo research, preserve, and protect george washington's friendly fire incident siteArts, culture and humanities$50,000apps.irs.gov
Friends of the Riverfront IncPittsburgh, PATo invest in staff, fiscal management, and leadership to ensure a sustainable organization that can develop and maintain a regional trail networkCommunity improvement and capacity building$50,000apps.irs.gov
Homeless Children's Education FundPittsburgh, PAToward support of operations$50,000apps.irs.gov
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation IncAlexandria, VATo support the 2024 steel city campaign and marine scholars in pennsylvaniaEducation$50,000apps.irs.gov
Nantucket Maria Mitchell AssociationNantucket, MAToward support of the marine science discovery center$50,000apps.irs.gov
Cafe Momentum PittsburghPittsburgh, PATo implement a marketing strategy to build the brand and visibility of cafe momentum pittsburghs restaurant and catering services$48,000apps.irs.gov
This Is My Quest IncWellsboro, PATo support conservation programs, classroom improvements, environmental restoration, and community engagementCommunity improvement and capacity building$48,000apps.irs.gov
Community Foundation of Greater JohnstownJohnstown, PATo facilitate a convening of rural college town revitalization granteesPhilanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations$46,000apps.irs.gov
Carnegie Mellon UniversityPittsburgh, PATo explore sustainable alternative organizational forms for the plus project$39,800apps.irs.gov
Fort Ligonier AssociationLigonier, PATo engage donors and develop new funding sourcesArts, culture and humanities$35,000apps.irs.gov
Armstrong Trails IncKittanning, PATo develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategiesEnvironment$34,000apps.irs.gov
Lloydsville Volunteer Fire Department & Relief AssociationLatrobe, PATo provide mental health support for first respondersPublic safety, disaster preparedness and relief$25,000apps.irs.gov
American Recreation CoalitionWashington, DCFor costs associated with a keynote speaker for the national leadership forum on rural economic developmentRecreation and sports$20,000apps.irs.gov
Ligonier Valley Rail Road AssociationLigonier, PAFor roof repairArts, culture and humanities$20,000apps.irs.gov
Montour Trail CouncilBridgeville, PATo develop a strategic planRecreation and sports$20,000apps.irs.gov
WeconservepaHarrisburg, PATo provide scholarships to small and medium sized conservation organizations in western pennsylvania to attend the 2025 pennsylvania land conservation conferenceEnvironment$15,000apps.irs.gov
Western Pennsylvania ConservancyPittsburgh, PATo protect permanently ecologically important land in the laurel highlands regionEnvironment$14,750apps.irs.gov
Latrobe Area Hospital Charitable FoundationLatrobe, PAFor professional services pertaining to review of bylaws$13,099apps.irs.gov
The Pennsylvania State UniversityUniversity Park, PATo assist attendees at a statewide conference for forest landowners and stakeholders$12,500apps.irs.gov
Community Foundation of Greater JohnstownJohnstown, PATo bolster downtown revitalization in selected western pennsylvania communitiesPhilanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations$10,500apps.irs.gov
Best of the Batch FoundationHomestead, PAToward support for the batch a toys annual holiday drivePhilanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations$10,000apps.irs.gov
Bible Center Church IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of a holiday clothing drive for families in homewoodReligion-related$10,000apps.irs.gov
Cafe Momentum PittsburghPittsburgh, PATo support youth employees during the holidays$10,000apps.irs.gov
Cameron Heyward Foundation IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of the suiting up for success programYouth development$10,000apps.irs.gov
Casa of Westmoreland IncGreensburg, PAToward support for the casa holiday toy driveCrime and legal-related$10,000apps.irs.gov
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Pittsburgh IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of the basic needs assistance programHuman services$10,000apps.irs.gov
Community Foundation of Greater JohnstownJohnstown, PATo support grant writing and consulting capacity for federal grantseekingPhilanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations$10,000apps.irs.gov
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food BankDuquesne, PATo provide food for individuals in need over the holiday seasonFood, agriculture and nutrition$10,000apps.irs.gov
Homewood Children's VillagePittsburgh, PAToward support of a holiday clothing drive for children in homewood$10,000apps.irs.gov
Light of Life Ministries IncPittsburgh, PAToward support of holiday meal servicesHuman services$10,000apps.irs.gov
Neighborhood Resilience ProjectPittsburgh, PATo help individuals during the holidays through its community support programsCommunity improvement and capacity building$10,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Downtown PartnershipPittsburgh, PAToward support of the holiday marketCommunity improvement and capacity building$10,000apps.irs.gov
Pittsburgh Parks ConservancyPittsburgh, PAToward support to activate mellon square during the holidaysRecreation and sports$10,000apps.irs.gov
Saint Stanislaus Kostka ParishPittsburgh, PAToward support of the general fund in memory of bob butter$10,000apps.irs.gov
Tree of Life CongregationPittsburgh, PAToward support of the hanukkah display projectReligion-related$10,000apps.irs.gov
Western Pennsylvania ConservancyPittsburgh, PATo green and beautify downtown pittsburgh for the holiday seasonEnvironment$10,000apps.irs.gov
Westmoreland County Food Bank IncDelmont, PATo provide food for individuals in need over the holiday seasonFood, agriculture and nutrition$10,000apps.irs.gov
Westmoreland Human Opportunities IncGreensburg, PAToward support for the christmas for kids program$10,000apps.irs.gov
Wqed MultimediaPittsburgh, PATo host an event with baratunde thurstonArts, culture and humanities$10,000apps.irs.gov
Carnegie InstitutePittsburgh, PAIn memory of edith toto fisherArts, culture and humanities$5,000apps.irs.gov
Allegheny Intermediate UnitHomestead, PAToward support of the 2024 personalized learning summit$3,900apps.irs.gov
Redevelopment Authority of the County of WestmorelandGreensburg, PATo bring local, regional, and national speakers to westmoreland county to share best practices in dealing with blight$2,000apps.irs.gov

Causes funded

From grants whose recipient has a cause.

States funded

Recipient stateGranted
Pennsylvania$91,663,083
Montana$5,865,000
Virginia$3,290,000
California$2,278,900
Georgia$2,233,000
District of Columbia$1,770,090
New York$1,300,000
Illinois$1,050,000

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Updated November 13, 2025. Read from IRS Form 990-PF e-file data. Public domain (U.S. government work). Grants are as each foundation reported them to the IRS on its Form 990-PF. Grants to individuals are left out. A grant has a cause only where the recipient's name and city match one organization in the IRS Business Master File, and the cause is that organization's NTEE major group. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.