Joseph B and Virginia H Banks Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joseph B and Virginia H Banks Foundation is a private foundation in Wilkesbarre, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $119,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$119,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $82,470 the year before.
25% 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 | $92,500 | 24 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $82,470 | 20 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $119,000 | 20 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Joseph B and Virginia H Banks 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 B and Virginia H Banks Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 20 | $119,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Weinburg Northeast Regional Food Ba | Program support | $20,000 |
| Back Mountain Memorial Library Assn | Program support | $10,000 |
| Northeast Sight Services | Program support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $10,000 |
| Moa Prescription Fund | Program support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $7,500 |
| Dinners for Kids | Program support | $6,000 |
| Casa of Luzerne County | Program support | $5,000 |
| Family Services Association | Program support | $5,000 |
| Autism Foundation Allied Services | Program support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $5,000 |
| Nepa Youth Shelter | Program support | $4,500 |
| Volunteers in Medicine | Program support | $4,000 |
| Luzerne County SPCA | Program support | $4,000 |
| Childrens Service Center | Program support | $3,000 |
| Anthracite Scenic Trails Assn | Program support | $2,000 |
| Individual | Program support | $2,000 |
| Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge | Program support | $2,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Wyoming Valley | Program support | $2,000 |
| Rotary Club of Dallas | Program support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Christopher Banks
- J Gregory Banks
- Jennifer Banks Santo
- Margaret L Banks
Questions people ask
Does Joseph B and Virginia H Banks Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph B and Virginia H Banks Foundation give?
$119,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Joseph B and Virginia H Banks Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Christopher Banks (Trustee), J Gregory Banks (Trustee), Jennifer Banks Santo (Trustee) and Margaret L Banks (Advis Board Mem).
What does Joseph B and Virginia H Banks Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, youth programs and animals.