Helen Kish Perpetual Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Helen Kish Perpetual Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,105 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,710 and the largest $3,253. 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$27,105
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,710
- Largest grant$3,253
- Assets$634,571
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,925 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 | $30,006 | 10 | $552,961 |
| 2024 | $25,925 | 10 | $582,632 |
| 2025 | $27,105 | 10 | $634,571 |
How to apply
Helen Kish Perpetual Charitable Trust 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 Helen Kish Perpetual Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $13,010 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,253 |
| Kansas | 1 | $3,253 |
| New York | 1 | $3,253 |
| California | 1 | $2,168 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,168 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Mission Associates | General support | $3,253 |
| Saint Mary of Mercy Church of Pittsburgh | General support | $3,253 |
| Animal Friends Inc | General support | $3,253 |
| Unbound | General support | $3,253 |
| St Jude League Inc | General support | $3,253 |
| St Pauls Cathedral of Pitts | General support | $2,168 |
| Animal Care and Welfare ASPCA | General support | $2,168 |
| Animal Rescue League of Western Pennsylvania | General support | $2,168 |
| Humane Society of the U S | General support | $2,168 |
| In Defense of Animals of Mill Valley Ca | General support | $2,168 |
Officers and trustees
- PNC Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Helen Kish Perpetual Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helen Kish Perpetual Charitable Trust give?
$27,105 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,710.
Who runs Helen Kish Perpetual Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists PNC Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Helen Kish Perpetual Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and faith communities.