Garrigan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Garrigan Foundation is a private foundation in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $860,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $185,000. 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$860,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$185,000
- Assets$21.2 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was up from $650,000 the year before.
9% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $650,000 | 13 | $15.2 million |
| 2024 | $860,000 | 11 | $21.2 million |
How to apply
Garrigan 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $425,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $80,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $80,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Teach Rwanda | Charitable operations | $185,000 |
| McKim Community Association | Charitable operations | $100,000 |
| El Sistema | Allentown symphony | $95,000 |
| Educate Girls US | Charitable operations | $80,000 |
| Peaceplayers | Charitable operations | $80,000 |
| Pilgrim's Inn | Charitable operations | $75,000 |
| Community Bike Works | Charitable operations | $60,000 |
| Concrete Couch | Charitable operations | $60,000 |
| Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley | Charitable operations | $55,000 |
| Partners in Housing | Family self-sufficiency program | $40,000 |
| Fine Feather Foundation | Charitable operations | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Scott Garrigan
- Dr Audree Chase
- Angela Pistun Hall
Questions people ask
Does Garrigan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Garrigan Foundation give?
$860,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Garrigan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dr Scott Garrigan (Settlor and Trustee), Dr Audree Chase (Trustee) and Angela Pistun Hall (Trustee).