Fairman Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Fairman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dubois, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $161,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $13,750 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$161,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$13,750
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $86,037 the year before.
29% 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 | $59,530 | 12 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $86,037 | 11 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $161,000 | 8 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Joyce Fairman 414 Randall Court, Dubois, PA 15801 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (814) 371-8863 |
| What to submit | The foundation will accept written requests from potential recipient organizations. The request must include proof that the potential recipient organization is a tax exempt organization under provisions of the internal revenue code. |
| Restrictions | The foundation was formed exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, and scientific purposes under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code. Specifically, the foundation will provide funding for municipal, educational, religious, and charitable purposes to recipients who qualify as tax exempt organizations under provisions of the internal revenue code. In addition, the foundation will provide funding for public purposes which qualify as municipal giving or tax exempt under provisions of the internal revenue code. |
What Fairman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $161,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation for Iup | Iup college of medicine | $50,000 |
| Dubois Central Catholic | Capital campaign | $50,000 |
| Punxsutawney Area Hospital Foundation | Radiology department | $30,000 |
| Erie Community Foundation | Gannon women's basketball alumni fund | $25,000 |
| Bob Perks Fund | General | $2,500 |
| Dubois Area United Way | General | $1,500 |
| Dubois Central Catholic | Educational | $1,000 |
| Grady's Decision | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joyce Fairman
- Lisa Pfingstler
- Derek Fairman
Questions people ask
Does Fairman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Fairman Family Foundation give?
$161,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $13,750.
Who runs Fairman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joyce Fairman (President), Lisa Pfingstler (Vice-President) and Derek Fairman (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Fairman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.