Brooks Charles for Charities
Preselected recipients only
Brooks Charles for Charities is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $550,269 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $20,580 and the largest $98,444. 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$550,269
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$20,580
- Largest grant$98,444
- Assets$15.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $579,893 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 | $607,388 | 20 | $13.1 million |
| 2024 | $579,893 | 20 | $13.9 million |
| 2025 | $550,269 | 20 | $15.3 million |
How to apply
Brooks Charles for Charities 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 Brooks Charles for Charities funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $8,309 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 18 | $476,258 |
| New York | 1 | $65,702 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Power | General support | $98,444 |
| The Salvation Army | General support | $65,702 |
| First Presbyterian Church | General support | $57,503 |
| Upmc Presbyterian | General support | $41,105 |
| Pittsburgh Theological Seminary | General support | $40,995 |
| YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh | General support | $40,995 |
| Boy Scouts of America | General support | $40,610 |
| Upmc Mercy | General support | $24,707 |
| Passavant Hospital Foundation | General support | $24,707 |
| Magee-Womens Hospital | General support | $24,707 |
| Western Pa School for the Deaf | General support | $16,453 |
| Laghey Church | General support | $8,309 |
| The Childrens Institute of Pittsburgh | General support | $8,254 |
| Chatham University | General support | $8,254 |
| Family Resources | General support | $8,254 |
| Western Pa School for Blind Children | General support | $8,254 |
| Goodwill Industries | General support | $8,254 |
| St Barnabas Charitable Fdn | General support | $8,254 |
| Ligonier Camp & Conference Ctr | General support | $8,254 |
| Children's Hospital of PGH | General support | $8,254 |
Officers and trustees
- PNC Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Brooks Charles for Charities accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brooks Charles for Charities give?
$550,269 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $20,580.
Who runs Brooks Charles for Charities?
Its 2025 filing lists PNC Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Brooks Charles for Charities fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.