Fountainhead Foundation
Accepts applications
Fountainhead Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $397,177 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $115,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$397,177
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$115,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was up from $351,885 the year before.
68% 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 | $138,200 | 14 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $351,885 | 17 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $397,177 | 25 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Kay Bitzer President Co Fountainhea 200 Alpha Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15238 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (412) 963-3165 |
| What to submit, restrictions | Information is available upon request |
What Fountainhead Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $119,250 |
| Arizona | 1 | $115,000 |
| New York | 2 | $57,027 |
| Georgia | 2 | $28,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $22,750 |
| Florida | 1 | $19,000 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $16,500 |
| California | 2 | $11,900 |
| Colorado | 3 | $6,250 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Family Business Group | Public/social | $115,000 |
| Netherlands America Foundation | Public/social | $54,527 |
| Heinz History Center | Public/social | $50,000 |
| Special Olympics of Pa | Public/social | $25,000 |
| Atlanta City of Refuge | Public/social | $25,000 |
| Vintage Senior Center | Public/social | $25,000 |
| Pine Cay Project | Public/social | $22,000 |
| No Fallen Heroes Foundation | Public/social | $19,000 |
| Camp Starfish | Public/social | $12,000 |
| Road 2 Recovery | Public/social | $7,500 |
| Upmc Hillman Cancer Center | Health agencies | $5,000 |
| Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation | Public/social | $5,000 |
| Fox Families Care | Public/social | $5,000 |
| Cotton Creek Elementary School | Educational | $4,750 |
| USC Swim With Mike | Educational | $4,400 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank | Public/social | $4,250 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank | Public/social | $3,000 |
| Buffalo Yacht Club Foundation | Public/social | $2,500 |
| Life Ministries Food Pantry | Public/social | $2,500 |
| Phillips Exeter Academy | Educational | $2,000 |
| Vindeket Foods | Public/social | $750 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | Public/social | $750 |
| National Brain Tumor Society | Health agencies | $750 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Health agencies | $750 |
| Johns Hopkins Center for Alternatives Testing | Health agencies | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel R Dusch III
- John F Bitzer III
- Elizabeth A Bitzer
- Kelly R Simile
- Kay P Bitzer
- Nicholas F Bitzer
Questions people ask
Does Fountainhead Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Fountainhead Foundation give?
$397,177 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Fountainhead Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel R Dusch III (Vice President), John F Bitzer III (Treasurer), Elizabeth A Bitzer (Secretary) and Kelly R Simile (Assistant Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Fountainhead Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, education and health.