Lightening the Load
Preselected recipients only
Lightening the Load is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $610,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$610,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$12.6 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $629,500 the year before.
8% 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 | $629,500 | 14 | $12.1 million |
| 2024 | $610,000 | 13 | $12.6 million |
How to apply
Lightening the Load 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 Lightening the Load funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 10 | $575,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | Grant to another 501(c)(3) organization | $200,000 |
| Community Volunteers in Medicine | Grant to another 501(c)(3) foundation | $75,000 |
| Philabundance | Grant to another 501(c)(3) organization | $70,000 |
| Travis Manion Foundation | Grant to another 501(c)(3) organization | $62,500 |
| Philadelphia Education Fund | Grant to another 501(c)(3) organization | $60,000 |
| Wcu Foundation | Grant to another 501(c)(3) organization | $45,000 |
| Melmark | Promises to keep campaign | $25,000 |
| Care | Grant to another 501(c)(3) organization | $20,000 |
| West Chester Area Senior Center | Grant to another 501(c)(3) organization | $20,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Grant to another 501(c)(3) organization | $10,000 |
| Friends Association for Care of Child | Grant to another 501(c)(3) organization | $10,000 |
| St James School | Grant to another 501 (c)(3) organization | $7,500 |
| Mib Agents | Grant to another 501(c)(3) organization | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia A Holveck
- David P Holveck
- Lisa Boyle
- Jennifer Ginelli
Questions people ask
Does Lightening the Load accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lightening the Load give?
$610,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Lightening the Load?
Its 2024 filing lists Patricia A Holveck (President/Director), David P Holveck (Secretary/Treasurer/Direct), Lisa Boyle (Director) and Jennifer Ginelli (Director).
What does Lightening the Load fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.