Earl Knudsen UA Char Fdn
Accepts applications
Earl Knudsen UA Char Fdn is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $139,713 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$139,713
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,878 the year before.
41% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $131,380 | 27 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $115,878 | 19 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $139,713 | 22 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Charitable Trust Grant Review Commi Tower at PNC Plaza 300 5th Ave Ms, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (412) 467-5385 |
| What to submit, deadlines, restrictions | See footnote |
What Earl Knudsen UA Char Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 21 | $134,713 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Carnegie Free Libarary | Advancing arts & culture | $20,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation of Greater Pennsylvania and West Virginia | General support | $10,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank | Nourishing individuals and | $10,000 |
| Reading Is Fundamental Pittsburg | General support | $7,500 |
| Hossanna House Inc | Soaring summer learning | $7,500 |
| National Civil War Museum | Server wifi pos upgrade | $7,500 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Pittsburgh | Critical case management | $6,213 |
| Family House Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| 412 Food Rescue | Good food project | $5,000 |
| Anchorpoint Counseling Ministry | General support | $5,000 |
| Carnegie Institute | Neighborhood museum | $5,000 |
| Center for Theater Arts | The stage is set program | $5,000 |
| Angles Place Inc | Showcase of scholars | $5,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Project | Afterschool program | $5,000 |
| Casa of Allegheny County | At risk child advocacy | $5,000 |
| The Neighborhood Academy | General support | $5,000 |
| Computer Reach | General support | $5,000 |
| Beverlys Birthdays | General operating | $5,000 |
| Reading Ready Pittsburgh | General support | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | General support | $5,000 |
| Bradley Center | General support | $3,500 |
| Pittsburgh Youth Leadership | 2025 bicyle trips | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Judith D Morrison
- PNC Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Earl Knudsen UA Char Fdn accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: See footnote.
How much does Earl Knudsen UA Char Fdn give?
$139,713 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Earl Knudsen UA Char Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists Judith D Morrison (Advisory Committee) and PNC Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Earl Knudsen UA Char Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and food and hunger.