Donald & Elizabeth Parsons Charitab
Accepts applications
Donald & Elizabeth Parsons Charitab is a private foundation in Chester Springs, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,500 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 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$110,500
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $110,500 the year before.
5% 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 | $95,500 | 17 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $110,500 | 19 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $110,500 | 20 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Gerald J Parsons 47 Collins Mill Road, Chester Springs, PA 19425 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (610) 363-7077, jparsons@ctdi.com |
What Donald & Elizabeth Parsons Charitab funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 20 | $110,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Shanahan High School | Catholic education | $10,000 |
| Camilla Hall | Religious organization | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Catholic Education | Stars coordinator | $10,000 |
| Handi-Crafters | Community services | $10,000 |
| Sisters of Ihm | Religious organization | $10,000 |
| United Way of Chester County | Community needs | $10,000 |
| West Catholic Prep High School | Ea mcdonough parsons scholarship | $10,000 |
| Community Volunteers in Medicine | Community services | $5,000 |
| Shine Chester County Hospital | Patient services | $5,000 |
| The Arc of Chester County | Community services | $5,000 |
| Saints Peter and Paul School | Catholic education | $3,000 |
| Saints Philip and James School | Catholic education | $3,000 |
| Sisters of Ihm St Joseph Convent | Community needs | $3,000 |
| Holiday Hopechest | Community services | $2,500 |
| Lords Pantry of Downingtown | Community services | $2,500 |
| Partners in Outreach | Community services | $2,500 |
| Youth Mentoring Partnership | Community services | $2,500 |
| West Chester Senior Center | Community needs | $2,500 |
| Chester County Food Bank | Community services | $2,000 |
| Safe Harbor of Chester County | Community services | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerald J Parsons
- Leo D Parsons
- Christine P Bendinelli
Questions people ask
Does Donald & Elizabeth Parsons Charitab accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Donald & Elizabeth Parsons Charitab give?
$110,500 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Donald & Elizabeth Parsons Charitab?
Its 2025 filing lists Gerald J Parsons (Trustee), Leo D Parsons (Trustee) and Christine P Bendinelli (Trustee).
What does Donald & Elizabeth Parsons Charitab fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.