Joseph and Erma Paglianite Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph and Erma Paglianite Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Kingston, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $300,000 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $1,200 and the largest $225,000. 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$300,000
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$1,200
- Largest grant$225,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
24% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $40,000 | 31 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 34 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $300,000 | 37 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Joseph and Erma Paglianite Charitable 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 Joseph and Erma Paglianite Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 37 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Misericordia University | Donation | $225,000 |
| Dallas Rotary | Donation | $10,000 |
| Harveys Lake Fire & Ambulance | Donation | $6,000 |
| Luzerne Cty Child Advocacy Center | Donation | $5,700 |
| Geisinger Health Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| Luzerne County Special Olympics | Donation | $5,000 |
| Cori's Place | Donation | $4,800 |
| The Lehman Sanctuary | Donation | $4,000 |
| Peggy's Pathway | Donation | $3,700 |
| Brighter Journeys | Donation | $3,500 |
| Camp Orchard Hill | Donation | $3,500 |
| The Lands at Hillside Farms | Donation | $3,500 |
| Cancer Wellness Center of Nepa | Donation | $2,500 |
| Patriot's Cove | Donation | $1,500 |
| YMCA | Donation | $1,500 |
| Ava's Toy Box | Donation | $1,200 |
| Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge | Donation | $1,200 |
| Make-A-Wish | Donation | $1,200 |
| Victim Resource Center | Donation | $1,200 |
| Women With Children | Donation | $1,200 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Donation | $800 |
| Janet Weis Childrens Hospital | Donation | $800 |
| Little Eric's Foundation | Donation | $800 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | Donation | $800 |
| Wilkes Barre Va Medical Center | Donation | $800 |
| American Cancer Society | Donation | $500 |
| American Diabetes Association | Donation | $500 |
| Back Mountain Food Pantry | Donation | $500 |
| Carrie Martin Scholarship Fund | Donation | $500 |
| Fork Over Love | Donation | $500 |
| Hospice of the Sacred Heart | Donation | $500 |
| Pa Lyme Resource Network | Donation | $500 |
| Verve Vertue | Donation | $500 |
| Angel Medications | Donation | $200 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Donation | $200 |
| Hero Hearthstone | Donation | $200 |
| United Way of Wyoming Valley | Donation | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Armand Mascioli
- James F Clemente
- Joanna Williamson
- Stephen N Clemente
- Gregory Mascioli
- Frank Pagliante
- Megan Mastroff
Questions people ask
Does Joseph and Erma Paglianite Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph and Erma Paglianite Charitable Foundation give?
$300,000 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $1,200.
Who runs Joseph and Erma Paglianite Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Armand Mascioli (President), James F Clemente (Treasurer), Joanna Williamson (Secretary) and Stephen N Clemente (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Joseph and Erma Paglianite Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.