McGuinn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
McGuinn Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $100,000 the year before.
30% 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 | $100,000 | 10 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 10 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $100,000 | 10 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
McGuinn Family 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 McGuinn Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $55,000 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Cultural Trust | For benefit of the community | $50,000 |
| Astronaut Scholarship Foundation | Educational benefit | $10,000 |
| Interfaith Food Pantry | For benefit of the community | $7,000 |
| Cornerstone Family Programs | For benefit of the community | $5,000 |
| Morris Educational Foundation | Educational benefit | $5,000 |
| Unity Healthcare | For benefit of the community | $5,000 |
| Vision Loss Alliance | For benefit of the community | $5,000 |
| The Endowment Fund of the Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity | For benefit of the community | $5,000 |
| Caron Treatment Centers | For benefit of the community | $5,000 |
| Mayo Performing Arts Center | For benefit of the community | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin G McGuinn
- Christopher M McGuinn
- Patrick J McGuinn
- Susan J McGuinn
Questions people ask
Does McGuinn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McGuinn Family Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs McGuinn Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martin G McGuinn (President), Christopher M McGuinn (Director), Patrick J McGuinn (Director) and Susan J McGuinn (Director).
What does McGuinn Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.