Centimark Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Centimark Foundation is a private foundation in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.3 million in 172 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $196,000. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants172
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$196,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.3 million the year before.
35% 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 | $2.0 million | 142 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 175 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $2.3 million | 172 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Centimark 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.
What Centimark Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $7,200 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 147 | $2.1 million |
| Ohio | 4 | $72,200 |
| Arkansas | 3 | $31,000 |
| Georgia | 4 | $18,200 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $13,200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $7,200 |
| Kansas | 1 | $7,200 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Education Partnership | Operating expenses | $196,000 |
| Ashtabula Dream Center | Operating expenses | $60,000 |
| Greater PGH Community Food Bank | Operating expenses | $58,600 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Operating expenses | $55,000 |
| Washington Christian Outreach | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| City Rescue Mission of New Castle | Operating expenses | $45,000 |
| Washington City Mission | Operating expenses | $40,000 |
| Marianna Christian Outreach | Operating expenses | $36,000 |
| Outdoor Odyssey | Operating expenses | $35,000 |
| Pittsburgh Hires Veterans | Operating expenses | $30,000 |
| South Hills Interfaith Movement | Operating expenses | $30,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Contingency Inc | Operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Food Helpers | Operating expenses | $26,000 |
| Jubilee Soup Kitchen | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Lemoyne Community Center | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Merakey Foundation | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| North Hills Community Outreach | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Sisters of St Joseph | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Trac Pittsburgh | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Veterans Place of Washington Blvd | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Hearth | Operating expenses | $23,000 |
| Light of Life Rescue Mission | Operating expenses | $22,500 |
| Beyond Survival Ministries | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Casa of Allegheny County | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Casa San Jose | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Focus on Renewal | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Hope Grows | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Meals on Wheels the Crossroads | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Merakey Allegheny Valley School | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Pa Women Work | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Sacred Heart Conference SVDP | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Shepherd's Heart Fellowship | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Sisters of St Francis | Operating expenses | $20,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House of PGH | Operating expenses | $18,600 |
| Cancer Bridges | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Catholic Charities Washington Cnty | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Children's Home Lemieux Fam Cntr | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Community Circle Food Pantry | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Genesis Center of Washington | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Hair Peace Charities | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy M Dunlap
- Thor D Dicesare
- John A Rudzik
- John L Heisey
Questions people ask
Does Centimark Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Centimark Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2025, across 172 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Centimark Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Timothy M Dunlap (Trustee/Vp), Thor D Dicesare (Secretary), John A Rudzik (Trustee/Tres) and John L Heisey (Trustee).
What does Centimark Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and food and hunger.