Benevolent Association of Pottsville
Accepts applications
Benevolent Association of Pottsville is a private foundation in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,200 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$49,200
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,080 the year before.
28% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $25,175 | 19 | $0 |
| 2024 | $35,080 | 16 | $0 |
| 2025 | $49,200 | 19 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | MaryAnne Conway 927 E Main St, Sch Haven, PA 17972 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (570) 590-3739 |
| What to submit | Application for grant supplied by Benveolent Association. |
| Deadlines | Dates established by board each year, Appoximately August 1 |
| Restrictions | Exemp Charitable organization located in Schuylkill County. |
What Benevolent Association of Pottsville funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 19 | $49,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pottsville Free Public Library | Children's library needs | $10,000 |
| Orwigsburg Library | Children's books | $6,000 |
| Sarcc | Children's services | $5,000 |
| Majestic Theatre Organization | Children's programs and books | $3,000 |
| Schuylkill Hope Center | Children's advocacy | $3,000 |
| Ringtown Area Library Assoc | Children's programs | $3,000 |
| Shenandoah Valley Band Boosters Inc | Children's Programs | $3,000 |
| Schuylkill County Historical Societ | Chrildren's Programs | $2,800 |
| Mahanoy City Library | Children's books | $2,000 |
| Tremont Area Free Public Library | Childrens programs | $2,000 |
| Individual | Children's education | $2,000 |
| Schuylkill Haven Free Public Librar | Children's programs | $1,500 |
| Frackville Free Public Library | Children's meals. | $1,000 |
| Cressona Cornet Band | Children's programs | $1,000 |
| North Schuylkill Band Boosters Asso | Children's Programs | $1,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal Summer Reading Ca | Chrildren's Programs | $1,000 |
| Tremont Area Food Pantry | Provide meals to children in need. | $1,000 |
| Tremont Community Orginazation | Children's christmas party. | $500 |
| Sweet Arrow Lake Conservation Assoc | Children's programs | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- James Cooksey
- Henry Beaver
- Maryanne Conway
- Catherine Zimmerman
Questions people ask
Does Benevolent Association of Pottsville accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Dates established by board each year, Appoximately August 1.
How much does Benevolent Association of Pottsville give?
$49,200 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Benevolent Association of Pottsville?
Its 2025 filing lists James Cooksey (Vice President), Henry Beaver (President), Maryanne Conway (Treasuer) and Catherine Zimmerman (Secretary).
What does Benevolent Association of Pottsville fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and food and hunger.