Leigh Tison Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Leigh Tison Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $49,000 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$49,000
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $52,000 the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 | $52,000 | 46 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $49,000 | 46 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Leigh Tison 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 Leigh Tison Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 40 | $43,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Girl Scouts of Western Pa | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Western Pa School for the Blind | Education | $2,000 |
| Greater PGH Council Bsa | Charitable | $2,000 |
| United Way of Swpa | Charitable | $2,000 |
| YWCA | Human services | $2,000 |
| YMCA | Human services | $2,000 |
| Remake Learning | Education | $2,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Comnty Food Bank | Human services | $2,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Promise | Education | $1,500 |
| Jubilee Soup Kitchen | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Kids Voice | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Challenge Program | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Extra Mile Education Foundation | Educational | $1,000 |
| Fame | Educational | $1,000 |
| Harvard Business School | Education | $1,000 |
| Serving Seniors San Diego | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Womens Center Shelter | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Project | Educational | $1,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of America | Charitable | $1,000 |
| RONALD McDONALD HOUSE | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Big Brothers and Sisters of America | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Shepherds Heart Fellowship and Vet | Religious | $1,000 |
| South Hills Interfaith Movement | Human services | $1,000 |
| Bethlehem Haven | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Homeless Childrens Education Fund | Education | $1,000 |
| Larkin Street Youth Services | Human services | $1,000 |
| Reading Is Fundamental | Education | $1,000 |
| Trying Together | Human services | $1,000 |
| North Hills Community Outreach | Community | $1,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women | Religious | $1,000 |
| Bethany Community Ministries | Religious | $1,000 |
| Brothers Brother | Human services | $1,000 |
| Latino Community Center | Community | $1,000 |
| Pace School | Education | $1,000 |
| Tickets for Kids | Arts | $500 |
| Meals on Wheels | Charitable | $500 |
| Neighborhood Resilience Project | Charitable | $500 |
| Blessing Board | Human services | $500 |
| Family House | Human services | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan E Hunter
Questions people ask
Does Leigh Tison Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leigh Tison Charitable Trust give?
$49,000 in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Leigh Tison Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan E Hunter (Trustee).
What does Leigh Tison Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and youth programs.