Frank and Rita Kelly Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frank and Rita Kelly Foundation is a private foundation in Hawley, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,375 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $16,000. 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$30,375
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$537,769
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,050 the year before.
28% 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 | $27,675 | 31 | $449,428 |
| 2024 | $28,050 | 35 | $508,274 |
| 2025 | $30,375 | 39 | $537,769 |
How to apply
Frank and Rita Kelly 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 Frank and Rita Kelly Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 20 | $23,350 |
| Maryland | 2 | $1,200 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $825 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $700 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $500 |
| Kansas | 1 | $400 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $400 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nativity Miguel School | General use of the organization | $16,000 |
| Individual | General use of the organization | $1,000 |
| United Neighborhood Centers of Nepa | General use of the organization | $1,000 |
| Scranton Preparatory School | General use of the organization | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Jackson Ms | General use by the organization | $1,000 |
| Sisters of Ihm | General use of the organization | $900 |
| St Francis of Assisi Kitchen | General use of the organization | $500 |
| Diocese of Scranton Vocation End | For general use of the organization | $500 |
| Queen of Peace Church | General use of the organization | $500 |
| The Association of US Catholic Prie | General use of the organization | $500 |
| Men of Melchizedek | General use of the organization | $500 |
| Word of Fire Catholic Ministries | General use of the organization | $475 |
| Boys Town | General use of the organization | $400 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | General use of the organization | $400 |
| Covenant House | General use of the organization | $400 |
| Basilica of the Immaculate Concepti | General use of the organization | $400 |
| Friends of the Poor | General use of the organization | $350 |
| St Joseph's Center | General use of the organization | $300 |
| United Way of Lackawanna Wayne Co | Riverwalk maintenance | $300 |
| Bread for the World | General use of the organization | $300 |
| Individual | General use of the organization | $300 |
| Individual | General use of the organization | $250 |
| Individual | General use of the organization | $250 |
| Individual | General use of the organization | $250 |
| McGlynn Center | General use of the organization | $200 |
| Catherine McAuley House | General use of the organization | $200 |
| The University of Scranton | General use of the organization | $200 |
| Individual | General use of the organization | $200 |
| St Josephs Indian School | General use of the organization | $200 |
| St Josephs Center | General use of the organization | $200 |
| Hawley Public Library | General use of the organization | $200 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General use the organization | $200 |
| Individual | General use of the organization | $200 |
| Courage International Inc | General use of the organization | $200 |
| American Macular Degeneration Found | General use of the organization | $200 |
| St Bonaventure Indian School | General use of the organizaton | $100 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | General use of the organization | $100 |
| Assoc of Pittsburgh Priests | General use of the organization | $100 |
| The Navigators | General use of the organization | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Monsignor Joseph P Kelly
- PNC Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Frank and Rita Kelly Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank and Rita Kelly Foundation give?
$30,375 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Frank and Rita Kelly Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Monsignor Joseph P Kelly (President) and PNC Bank NA (Agent for Trust).
What does Frank and Rita Kelly Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.