Engler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Engler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,666 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $81,666. 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$91,666
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$81,666
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $116,139 the year before.
27% 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 | $67,863 | 18 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $116,139 | 19 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $91,666 | 15 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Engler Family 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 Engler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 14 | $91,416 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | General support | $81,666 |
| Rachel Carson Trails Conservancy | General support | $2,000 |
| Allegheny Land Trust | General support | $1,000 |
| Bike Pittsburgh | General support | $1,000 |
| Allegheny Cleanways | General support | $1,000 |
| Ingomar United Methodist Church | General support | $1,000 |
| Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh | General support | $1,000 |
| The Kingsley Association | General support | $1,000 |
| Tree Pittsburgh | General support | $500 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | General support | $250 |
| Trail Pittsburgh | General support | $250 |
| 412 Food Rescue | General support | $250 |
| Group Against Smog and Pollution | General support | $250 |
| Animal Friends | General support | $250 |
| Pittsburgh Community Broadcasting | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward R Engler
- Connie Engler
- Larry S Blair
Questions people ask
Does Engler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Engler Family Foundation give?
$91,666 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Engler Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward R Engler (President), Connie Engler (Secretary/Treasurer) and Larry S Blair (Vice President).
What does Engler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.