Pennsylvania Education Funding via DSF Charitable Foundation
Education-focused 501(c)(3) charities in Pennsylvania’s southwestern counties can apply for DSF Charitable Foundation support for programs ranging from early learning and K–12 to STEM, literacy, and academic enrichment. Eligible organizations in counties such as Allegheny, Beaver, and Westmoreland should submit an initial inquiry letter with concise program and financial details.
DSF Charitable Foundation
Health Program Funding from DSF Charitable Foundation
Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations running health projects in southwestern Pennsylvania can access funding through the DSF Charitable Foundation. Eligible charities in Allegheny and surrounding counties may seek support for health-related programs in education, medicine, or human and social services, following an email inquiry process and observing the two-year interval between grant periods.
DSF Charitable Foundation
Pennsylvania Community Equity Funding via Hillman
Charities and other tax-exempt organizations in southwestern Pennsylvania can seek funding for community development, equity, and civic leadership initiatives. Focused on improving quality of life and opportunities for women, minorities, LGBTQ+ residents, and young civic leaders, the Hillman Family Foundations supports programs in Pittsburgh and the surrounding 10-county region that promote inclusion, health, arts, and neighborhood revitalization.
Hillman Family Foundations
Community and Youth Funding from Gadomski Foundation
Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations supporting education, underserved children, health, arts, or community services in Pennsylvania counties like Carbon, Lehigh, and Northampton may be eligible for grants. Grants from Gadomski Foundation help Pennsylvania charities, especially United Way agencies, faith-based groups, and public education institutions, that can demonstrate strong backing and, ideally, matching support.
Gadomski Foundation
Heinz Endowments Grants for Pennsylvania Charities
With a mission to strengthen communities, Heinz Endowments provides Pennsylvania charities and other 501(c)(3) organizations with funding for arts and culture, civic participation, environment and health, community and economic development, food systems, veterans, and workforce initiatives. The foundation concentrates its resources in southwestern Pennsylvania, with LOIs accepted on a rolling basis.
The Heinz Endowments
Hillman Family Foundations Community Grants in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania 501(c)(3) public charities working in education, arts and culture, urban agriculture, community development, or environmental sustainability can access funding through Hillman Family Foundations to support community-driven programs. Grants primarily serve Pittsburgh and Southwestern Pennsylvania counties, with a geographic focus that also includes New York City at the board’s discretion.
Hillman Family Foundations
Hillman Family Foundations Support for Community Development
Pennsylvania 501(c)(3) public charities working on community development, healthy neighborhoods, aging, or innovation can seek funding to launch or scale forward-looking initiatives. Focused on regional innovation and quality of life, Hillman Family Foundations invites projects primarily in Pittsburgh and Allegheny County, with select opportunities in surrounding southwestern Pennsylvania counties.
Hillman Family Foundations
Pennsylvania Health Programs Funding via Highmark Foundation
Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations in Pennsylvania can apply for Highmark Foundation grants to run evidence-based health programs, from chronic disease prevention to family health and access to care. Hospitals, community health centers, and local health service groups may be eligible for support to improve community health across multiple counties.
Highmark Foundation
Pennsylvania Community Development Funding via Hillman
Pennsylvania 501(c)(3) public charities working in arts and culture, community and economic development, education, environment, health, or human services can seek project or program support in ten southwestern counties. Hillman Family Foundations focuses on nonprofits serving Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington, and Westmoreland counties.
Hillman Family Foundations
Hillman Family Foundations Grants for Pennsylvania Charities
Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations and eligible government entities in Pennsylvania providing direct services in southwestern counties can apply for Hillman Family Foundations’ Mary Hillman Jennings Foundation Grant. Funding supports community development, health, education, human services, arts, and environment programs, with emphasis on at-risk youth, homeless individuals, immigrants, low-income workers, mothers and children, people in recovery, returning citizens, and violence victims.
Hillman Family Foundations
Quest for the Best Project Grants in Pennsylvania
Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations in Pennsylvania can seek project-based funding for specific programs, equipment, or purchases that strengthen the common good. Grants from Quest for the Best® help charities addressing police and nurse training, underserved education, conservation, clean water, homelessness, hunger, and opioid-related humanitarian needs, with preference for impactful local projects in select counties.
Quest for the Best®
FirstBank Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing health, housing, education, or community quality of life can apply for FirstBank Charitable Foundation’s grants. Eligible charities must show strong mission alignment and significant service impact within the foundation’s Pennsylvania footprint, with awards decided at quarterly board meetings for applications submitted by the first of each meeting month.
FirstBank Charitable Foundation Inc
Palumbo Charitable Trust Youth Grants in Pennsylvania
Applications due Nov 30, 2026
Pennsylvania 501(c)(3) charities working in youth services, Catholic education, health, or community programs can seek project funding that benefits children, young adults, and the broader community. The A.J. and Sigismunda Palumbo Charitable Trust prioritizes established, accountable organizations, with preference for those in Western Pennsylvania and some support for St. Marys-area charities.
A.J. and Sigismunda Palumbo Charitable Trust
Pennsylvania Community Funding via Hillman Family Foundations
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
Pennsylvania 501(c)(3) public charities working in arts, education, human services, or the environment can apply for grants from Hillman Family Foundations’ Audrey Hillman Fisher Foundation. Eligible organizations in southwestern Pennsylvania, especially the Pittsburgh area, may receive support for big-idea projects that promote health, healing, and stronger communities.
Hillman Family Foundations
Environmental Justice Funding for 501(c)(3)s via Dylan Todd Simonds Foundation
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
U.S. 501(c)(3) public charities working on environmental resiliency, climate mitigation, or sustainable, inclusive economies in Pennsylvania (especially Pittsburgh/Allegheny County) can apply for support from the Dylan Todd Simonds Foundation. Grants may benefit Pennsylvania charities focused on environmental justice, recycling and reduction solutions, and sustainable food systems.
Hillman Family Foundations
US $1,000 - US $7,500,000
Hillman Family Foundations Support for Pennsylvania Charities
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
Charitable 501(c)(3) public charities in Pennsylvania working in education, visual arts, writing, literature, human services, environmental protection, parks, or related fields can seek US $1,000 - US $7,500,000 through the Juliet Lea Hillman Simonds Foundation. Focused on Pittsburgh and also supporting New York City, Hillman Family Foundations accepts rolling applications with consideration for the year ending October 1, 2025.
Hillman Family Foundations
Social Justice Funding from Hillman Family Foundations
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
Pennsylvania 501(c)(3) public charities working on social justice, domestic violence, single mothers, conservation, green space access, or nutrition can seek support through the Nina Baldwin Fisher Foundation, part of Hillman Family Foundations. With a mission to foster a just, healthy Pittsburgh region, it prioritizes locally focused organizations, with applications reviewed in June and November cycles.
Hillman Family Foundations
Hillman Family Foundations Arts Grants in Pennsylvania
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
Pennsylvania 501(c)(3) public charities running arts, photography, or youth-focused civic engagement programs can apply for US $1,000 - US $2,500 in support from Hillman Family Foundations. Funding prioritizes innovative arts programming in the Pittsburgh region, including photography as fine art and arts access for young people and BIPOC communities, with most grants initiated by foundation staff and trustees.
Hillman Family Foundations
Hillman Family Foundations Grants for Pennsylvania Conservation
Applications due Jan 5, 2027
With a mission to support conservation and environmental initiatives, nonprofits and public charities in Pennsylvania can seek funding for conservation, environmental education, climate change mitigation, and wildfire resiliency projects through Hillman Family Foundations. 501(c)(3) organizations in eligible counties, including Allegheny and surrounding areas, may benefit from this environmentally focused support.
Hillman Family Foundations
Pierce Foundation Grants
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
The Leo and Peggy Pierce Family Foundation focuses on ending hunger and food insecurity in the five-county Philadelphia region and Indian River County, Florida. Established in 1997, it supports organizations that provide direct services or advocacy efforts in this area. Grants are available to IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) organizations, allowing them to apply once every year. The foundation embodies the legacy of Leo and Peggy Pierce, who dedicated their lives to helping others.
Leo And Peggy Pierce Family Foundation Inc
Sylvia Perkin Perpetual Charitable Trust Grant
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
The Sylvia Perkin Perpetual Charitable Trust Grant supports local charitable organizations in the Lehigh Valley. Established in 1985, it honors the legacy of Morris and Sylvia Perkin, who were dedicated community contributors. Grants are available for various eligible beneficiaries, including educational institutions, health organizations, and arts groups, provided they align with local programming. Applications are accepted year-round, with a deadline of January 31 for consideration in the annual grant meeting in March.
Sylvia Perkin Perp Char Trst
Grants from Pittsburgh & Western PA Trusts via PNC Bank
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
The Pittsburgh and Western PA Trusts, managed through PNC Bank, support diverse projects that enhance community well-being. They prioritize initiatives that provide direct services, address community needs, and benefit underserved populations. Eligible organizations must hold 501(c)(3) status and demonstrate a commitment to measurable outcomes and financial accountability. Funding is not available for general operating costs or for-profit entities. Interested applicants are encouraged to inquire via email for further details.
Pittsburgh / Western PA Trusts via PNC Bank
Pennsylvania Community Programs Funding via Ethel Sergeant Clark Smith Memorial Fund
Applications due Mar 1, 2027
Pennsylvania 501(c)(3) charities working in arts, education, health, or human services can access funding through the Ethel Sergeant Clark Smith Memorial Fund, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Eligible organizations are located in southeastern Pennsylvania, with primary emphasis on serving community needs in Delaware County, for capital projects, operations, or special programs.
Ethel Sergeant Clark Smith Memorial Fund
American Water Charitable Foundation Grants for Pennsylvania Watershed Projects
Applications due Mar 6, 2027
American Water Charitable Foundation provides Pennsylvania charities and educational institutions with funding for community-based water and environment projects. Eligible 501(c)(3) public charities and K-12 public schools, colleges, or universities can propose projects in American Water service areas that protect watersheds and water supplies, promote water conservation, or expand equitable access to water-based recreation within 12 months.
American Water Charitable Foundation Inc
Pennsylvania Community Programs Funding via Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation
Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations in Pennsylvania seeking support for tangible items can apply for grants up to US $10,000 to strengthen community programs in areas like arts, education, environment, health, and human services. Grants from Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation help established charities, especially in Pittsburgh and Southwestern Pennsylvania, expand services and improve local quality of life.
Snee-Reinhardt Charitable Foundation
Land O'Lakes Foundation Grants for Pennsylvania Hunger Relief
Applications due May 31, 2027
Pennsylvania 501(c)(3) public charities providing hunger relief and food access in eligible rural counties can apply for Land O'Lakes Foundation’s Region Grants Open Grant Round: Hunger Relief; awards US $1,000 - US $20,000 for local programs. Food banks, pantries, meal programs, community gardens, and school meal initiatives in member-owner communities may benefit.
Land O'lakes Foundation
Pennsylvania Community Funding via John Crain Kunkel Foundation
Applications due Sep 1, 2027
Charitable 501(c)(3) organizations in Pennsylvania can seek project-based support for religious, educational, scientific, literary, and other charitable initiatives. Focused on improving quality of life, the John Crain Kunkel Foundation funds time-limited project costs like consultants, technology, furnishings, staff, and evaluation, primarily in Dauphin, Cumberland, Lebanon, Perry, and Juniata Counties, with applications accepted January 1–September 1.
John Crain Kunkel Foundation