Bison Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bison Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $622,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $60,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$622,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$60,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $472,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $334,000 | 6 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $472,000 | 4 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $622,000 | 4 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Bison Charitable Foundation 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $622,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington City Mission | General | $500,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Pi | General | $100,000 |
| Carnegie Museums | General | $20,000 |
| The Woodlands Foundation | General | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter W Turner
- Arlene G Turner
Questions people ask
Does Bison Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bison Charitable Foundation give?
$622,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $60,000.
Who runs Bison Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Walter W Turner (President/Tr) and Arlene G Turner (Secretary).