Golden Paws Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Golden Paws Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.0 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $362,500 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$3.0 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$362,500
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$8.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.0 million the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $1.3 million | 8 | $11.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 11 | $9.5 million |
| 2025 | $3.0 million | 6 | $8.1 million |
How to apply
Golden Paws 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 Golden Paws Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 1 | $1.3 million |
| Virginia | 3 | $925,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $750,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University | General charitable purposes | $1.3 million |
| Johns Hopkins | General charitable purposes | $750,000 |
| Conservation International (Ci) | General charitable purposes | $525,000 |
| Inova Health Foundation | General charitable purposes | $200,000 |
| The Potomac School | General charitable purposes | $200,000 |
| Georgia Tech Foundation | General charitable purposes | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Natalie Ferrise Bush
- Wesley G Bush
Questions people ask
Does Golden Paws Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Golden Paws Foundation give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $362,500.
Who runs Golden Paws Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Natalie Ferrise Bush (President & Director) and Wesley G Bush (Chairman, Treasurer, Secy & Director).
What does Golden Paws Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.