John and Jean Utz Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
John and Jean Utz Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Valencia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $41,100 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $7,000. 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$41,100
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,100 the year before.
13% 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 | $19,200 | 13 | $928,283 |
| 2024 | $28,100 | 16 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $41,100 | 16 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
John and Jean Utz Charitable Foundation Inc 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 John and Jean Utz Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 14 | $38,300 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church of B | Donation | $7,000 |
| Hosanna Industries | Donation | $3,500 |
| Lighthouse Foodbank | Donation | $3,200 |
| Middlesex Fire Department | Donation | $2,900 |
| Lighthouse Foundation | Donation | $2,800 |
| Salem United Methodist Church | Donation | $2,800 |
| Salem Methodist Church | Donation | $2,800 |
| Mars Public Library | Donation | $2,300 |
| Meals on Wheels | Donation | $2,200 |
| Mars Home for Youth | Donation | $1,800 |
| Glade Run Athletics | Donation | $1,800 |
| Old Union Church | Donation | $1,800 |
| Northern Tier Library | Donation | $1,800 |
| Men of Iron | Donation | $1,600 |
| Edu Kenya | Donation | $1,500 |
| Lake Milton Assoc | Donation | $1,300 |
Officers and trustees
- John Utz
- Jean Utz
- Connie J Towers
- Howard R Utz
- Robert Utz
Questions people ask
Does John and Jean Utz Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Jean Utz Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$41,100 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs John and Jean Utz Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John Utz (Secretary), Jean Utz (President), Connie J Towers (Officer) and Howard R Utz (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does John and Jean Utz Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.