IRA R Wood and Frances Wood Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
IRA R Wood and Frances Wood Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $410,152 in 49 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $27,530. 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$410,152
- Number of grants49
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$27,530
- Assets$10.9 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $364,135 the year before.
14% 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 | $385,867 | 46 | $9.3 million |
| 2024 | $364,135 | 51 | $9.9 million |
| 2025 | $410,152 | 49 | $10.9 million |
How to apply
IRA R Wood and Frances Wood 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 IRA R Wood and Frances Wood Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 49 | $410,152 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Burtner House Restoration Society | Stone wall cutting & | $27,530 |
| Butler County Humane Society | Medical care for animals | $25,000 |
| Tour-Ed Mine and Museum | Equipment storage building | $25,000 |
| Janes United Methodist Church | Air conditioner replacement | $20,000 |
| Allegheny Valley Association of Churches | Family promise of the avac | $20,000 |
| The Salvation Army - New Kensington | Monthly meals | $18,000 |
| Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church | Flooring encapsulation | $15,449 |
| The Allegheny Valley Salvation Army | Youth programs and summer | $15,000 |
| Allegheny Valley Baptist Church | Rear sanctuary hvac | $12,945 |
| Manchester Youth Development Center | Afterschool programs | $12,000 |
| Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church | Roof repair | $10,000 |
| First United Presbyterian Church | Lighting upgrades | $10,000 |
| Allegheny Kiski Valley Historical Society | Aluminum exhibit room roof | $10,000 |
| Cabot Church | Diapers & formula for | $10,000 |
| Animal Protectors of Allegheny Valley | Trap, neuter, return | $10,000 |
| Community Library of Allegheny Valley | Community seed library | $9,995 |
| Central Presbyterian Church | Communities of | $9,000 |
| St Margaret Mary Church | Food pantry program | $9,000 |
| Guardian Angels Parish | Ada compliant bathroom | $7,750 |
| Pleasant Unity United Presbyterian Church | General | $7,500 |
| Howard International Ministries | Ministry food costs | $7,500 |
| Freeport United Methodist Church | General | $7,500 |
| Unity United Presbyterian Church | Discipleship initiative | $7,490 |
| Bairdford United Methodist Church | Main sanctuary roof | $7,000 |
| Harvest Baptist Church | General | $6,000 |
| Real Life Church Assemblies of God | General | $6,000 |
| East Union Presbyterian Church | Community center exterior | $6,000 |
| Natrona Heights Presbyterian Church | Parking lot paving | $5,130 |
| St George Antiochian Orthodox Church | Church hall door | $5,000 |
| Church of the Brethren | Interior & exterior repairs | $5,000 |
| Gospel Fellowship Presbyterian Church | Christian recreation | $5,000 |
| Bethesda Evangelical Lutheran Church | Drain improvement & | $5,000 |
| Center Church of Fawn Township | General | $5,000 |
| Calvary Baptist Church | General | $5,000 |
| Lutheran Seniorlife Foundation | Pain management therapy | $5,000 |
| Christ Community Fellowship | Acoustic panel purchase & | $4,243 |
| Christ Is the Answer Inc | Sign replacement | $4,000 |
| STS Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church | Electrical repairs & | $3,250 |
| Christ Our Hope Anglican Church | Sanctuary floor replacement | $3,250 |
| Bethel United Methodist Church | Utility trailer & sound | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sara A Mercer
- Shannon Paulovich
Questions people ask
Does IRA R Wood and Frances Wood Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does IRA R Wood and Frances Wood Charitable Trust give?
$410,152 in tax year 2025, across 49 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs IRA R Wood and Frances Wood Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Sara A Mercer (Trustee) and Shannon Paulovich (Trustee).
What does IRA R Wood and Frances Wood Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, food and hunger and animals.