Massey Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
Massey Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 113 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $120,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.9 million
- Number of grants113
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$45.1 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
22% of its 2024 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 | $1.7 million | 109 | $43.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 113 | $45.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert M Connolly Trustee 1370 Washington Pike Suite 306, Bridgeville, PA 15017 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (412) 838-0086 |
| What to submit | - brief description of the organization and the purpose for the grant - common grant application cover sheet (page 5 of common grant application format) available at www.gwpa.org - IRS determination letter (501(c)(3) letter) - most recent annual report (if applicable) - most recent audited financial statements - current budget - listing of board members - listing of other foundations supporting the organization - if the organization is a 509(a)(3) supporting organization, (documentation indicating type i, type II or type III) - any other relevant information to support your case for requesting a grant |
| Restrictions | Domestic united states, however, grants are awarded primarily to organizations in southwestern Pennsylvania. |
What Massey Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 83 | $1.5 million |
| Georgia | 20 | $304,500 |
| California | 3 | $35,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $32,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $28,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $28,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Pittsburgh Promise | Education | $120,000 |
| The Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia | Arts, cultural & museums | $100,000 |
| Power | Human services | $50,000 |
| Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh Natual History and Science Center | Arts, cultural & museums | $40,000 |
| Depaul School for Hearing and Speech | Education | $40,000 |
| Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera | Arts, cultural & museums | $40,000 |
| Robert Morris University | Education | $40,000 |
| Holy Name Institute Nazareth Prep | Education | $37,500 |
| Urban Impact Foundation | Youth programs | $35,000 |
| Literacy Pittsburgh | Education | $30,000 |
| Yale University | Education | $30,000 |
| Dartmouth College | Education | $28,000 |
| Young Life - Griffin Georgia | Youth programs | $28,000 |
| Allegheny Land Trust | Conservation | $25,000 |
| Allegheny Rivertrail Park | Conservation | $25,000 |
| Atlanta Celebrates Photography Inc | Arts, cultural & museums | $25,000 |
| Atlanta Symphony Orchestra | Arts, cultural & museums | $25,000 |
| Belmont University | Education | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of San Diego | Youth programs | $25,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Pittsburgh | Human services | $25,000 |
| East End Cooperative Ministry | Human services | $25,000 |
| Family House | Human services | $25,000 |
| Global Village Project | Education | $25,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank | Human services | $25,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh | Youth programs | $25,000 |
| Light of Life Rescue Mission | Human services | $25,000 |
| National Aviary in Pittsburgh Inc | Arts, cultural & museums | $25,000 |
| Pressley Ridge | Education | $25,000 |
| The Woodlands Foundation | Human services | $25,000 |
| Abiding Missions | Human services | $20,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America Laurel Highlands Council | Youth programs | $20,000 |
| Bradley Center | Education | $20,000 |
| Friends of Pittsburgh's Fisher House | Human services | $20,000 |
| Global Links | Human services | $20,000 |
| Hear Foundation | Human services | $20,000 |
| Heritage Community Initiatives | Human services | $20,000 |
| Life's Work of Western Pennsylvania | Human services | $20,000 |
| Mentoring Partnership | Youth programs | $20,000 |
| Pittsburgh Behavior Services | Education | $20,000 |
| Rainbow Kitchen Community Services | Human services | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert M Entwisle Esq
- Caroline M Yost
- Daniel B Carroll
- Robert M Connolly Cpa
- Barbara R Dewitt
Questions people ask
Does Massey Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Massey Charitable Trust give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 113 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Massey Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert M Entwisle Esq (Trustee), Caroline M Yost (Trustee), Daniel B Carroll (Trustee) and Robert M Connolly Cpa (Exec Dir./Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Massey Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and youth programs.