Lela M Fetters Trust
Preselected recipients only
Lela M Fetters Trust is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $158,866 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $7,943 and the largest $39,717. 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$158,866
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$7,943
- Largest grant$39,717
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $163,994 the year before.
11% 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 | $165,754 | 9 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $163,994 | 9 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $158,866 | 9 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Lela M Fetters 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 Lela M Fetters Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 6 | $135,037 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $7,943 |
| Florida | 1 | $7,943 |
| Michigan | 1 | $7,943 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YWCA Fort Wayne | General support | $39,717 |
| YMCA of Fort Wayne | General support | $39,717 |
| 1st Baptist CH of Ft Wayne in | General support | $23,830 |
| Plymouth Congregational Church | General support | $15,887 |
| American Heart Association | General support | $7,943 |
| League Ft Blinddisabled Inc | General support | $7,943 |
| Cancer Servs of Allen Co | General support | $7,943 |
| Leader Dogs for the Blind | General support | $7,943 |
| American Red Cross | General support | $7,943 |
Officers and trustees
- PNC Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Lela M Fetters Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lela M Fetters Trust give?
$158,866 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $7,943.
Who runs Lela M Fetters Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists PNC Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Lela M Fetters Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.