Facing East Network
Preselected recipients only
Facing East Network is a private foundation in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $163,899 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $2,375 and the largest $34,010. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$163,899
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$2,375
- Largest grant$34,010
- Assets$6,220
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $57,208 the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 | $57,208 | 18 | $15,528 |
| 2024 | $163,899 | 27 | $6,220 |
How to apply
Facing East Network 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Facing East Network funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 26 | $163,639 |
| California | 1 | $260 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clara Forbeck | Stipend | $34,010 |
| Juan Pozo | Stipend | $28,249 |
| Benedict Forbeck | Stipend | $22,649 |
| Bridget Forbeck | Stipend | $12,455 |
| Eduardo Pozo | Stipend | $10,992 |
| Diego Pozo | Stipend | $7,744 |
| Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania | Grant | $7,627 |
| St Lawrence | Grant | $6,895 |
| Anthony Jones | Stipend | $5,802 |
| Alessandra Fonticoba | Stipend | $3,603 |
| Gemma Forbeck | Stipend | $3,163 |
| Stephen Jones | Stipend | $3,163 |
| Sadie Lear | Stipend | $2,687 |
| Gabrielle Frank | Stipend | $2,375 |
| Nicholas Nehilla | Stipend | $1,952 |
| Samuel Jones | Stipend | $1,827 |
| Samuel Archer | Stipend | $1,534 |
| Andrew Nehilla | Stipend | $1,520 |
| Will Patterson | Stipend | $1,393 |
| Gabriella Gabig | Stipend | $1,343 |
| Cristian Berroa | Stipend | $871 |
| Blaise Robinson | Stipend | $711 |
| Daniel Miller | Stipend | $542 |
| Helena Jones | Stipend | $283 |
| University of the People | Grant | $260 |
| Cecilia Fordyce | Stipend | $148 |
| Mary Patterson | Stipend | $101 |
Officers and trustees
- Dawn Forbeck
- Lance Forbeck
- William Fonticoba Cpa
- Patricia M Gabig
Questions people ask
Does Facing East Network accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Facing East Network give?
$163,899 in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $2,375.
Who runs Facing East Network?
Its 2024 filing lists Dawn Forbeck (Executive Director), Lance Forbeck (President), William Fonticoba Cpa (Treasurer) and Patricia M Gabig (Secretary).
What does Facing East Network fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.