Benjamin & Fannie Applestein Char Trust
Preselected recipients only
Benjamin & Fannie Applestein Char Trust is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,580 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,659 and the largest $2,664. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$34,580
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,659
- Largest grant$2,664
- Assets$945,063
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $36,461 the year before.
31% 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 | $40,830 | 13 | $824,218 |
| 2024 | $36,461 | 13 | $867,820 |
| 2025 | $34,580 | 13 | $945,063 |
How to apply
Benjamin & Fannie Applestein Char Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Benjamin & Fannie Applestein Char Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 12 | $31,921 |
| New York | 1 | $2,659 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Upmc Mercy | General support | $2,664 |
| Pittsburgh Symphony Inc | General support | $2,663 |
| Shadyside Hospital Foundation | General support | $2,663 |
| Rodef Shalom Congregation | General support | $2,659 |
| Hadassah the Womens Zionist Organization | General support | $2,659 |
| Jewish Home & Hospital for the Aged | General support | $2,659 |
| National Council of Jewish Women Incorpo | General support | $2,659 |
| Upmc Presbyterian | General support | $2,659 |
| Goodwill Industries | General support | $2,659 |
| Adat Shalom B'nai Israel Congregation | General support | $2,659 |
| Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh | General support | $2,659 |
| Tree of Life Congregation | General support | $2,659 |
| Tree of Life Sisterhood | General support | $2,659 |
Officers and trustees
- PNC Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Benjamin & Fannie Applestein Char Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Benjamin & Fannie Applestein Char Trust give?
$34,580 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,659.
Who runs Benjamin & Fannie Applestein Char Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists PNC Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Benjamin & Fannie Applestein Char Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.