Paideia Scholarship Foundation
Accepts applications
Paideia Scholarship Foundation is a private foundation in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $59,615 in 73 grants; the typical grant was $700 and the largest $1,750. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$59,615
- Number of grants73
- Typical grant$700
- Largest grant$1,750
- Assets$42,087
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $88,150 the year before.
100% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $51,520 | 90 | $32,245 |
| 2024 | $88,150 | 90 | $29,825 |
| 2025 | $59,615 | 73 | $42,087 |
How to apply
| Contact | Heidi Ahnert Co Veritas Press 1805 Olde Homestead Lane, Lancaster, PA 17601 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (800) 922-5082 |
| What to submit | For individuals, application requires name, address, demonstration of needs, and demonstration of interest. |
| Deadlines | Varies each year, but approximately may 1. |
| Restrictions | Institutions offering a classical christian education. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Paideia Scholarship Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 20 states, the most to Wisconsin. It also paid $15,490 in 23 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 5 | $3,995 |
| Texas | 7 | $3,635 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $3,205 |
| California | 4 | $2,650 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $2,460 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,450 |
| Georgia | 4 | $2,340 |
| New York | 2 | $1,750 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,600 |
| Maryland | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Education scholarship | $1,750 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $1,100 |
| James and Katherine Joynt | Education scholarship | $1,050 |
| Jordan and Shiya Robin | Education scholarship | $1,050 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $1,050 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $960 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $960 |
| Cherisse and Joshua Comiskey | Education scholarship | $900 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $900 |
| Shorel and Sandra Kleinert | Education scholarship | $900 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $900 |
| Jordan and Shiya Robin | Education scholarship | $900 |
| Jonathan and Amanda Caldwell | Education scholarship | $900 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $900 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $895 |
| Jordan and Shiya Robin | Education scholarship | $840 |
| Benjamin and Jeraldine Otero | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Christian and Melissa Hoff | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Christian and Melissa Hoff | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Michele and Andrew Brown | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Matthew and Sherina Wiese | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Lascel and Lisette Smith | Education scholarship | $800 |
| Luis and Raquel Garcia | Education scholarship | $750 |
| Luis and Raquel Garcia | Education scholarship | $750 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $750 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $750 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $750 |
| Rosely and Ademir Garcia | Education scholarship | $750 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $700 |
| Brandon and Sarah Saulibio | Education scholarship | $700 |
| Saya and Haiqiang Zhang Fan | Education scholarship | $700 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $670 |
| Individual | Education scholarship | $665 |
| Joshua and Linda Garcia | Education scholarship | $640 |
Officers and trustees
- Derrick Pizarro
- David Erickson
- Bob Cannon
- David Hill
- Marlin Detweiler
Questions people ask
Does Paideia Scholarship Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Varies each year, but approximately may 1..
How much does Paideia Scholarship Foundation give?
$59,615 in tax year 2025, across 73 grants, with a typical grant of $700.
Who runs Paideia Scholarship Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Derrick Pizarro (President), David Erickson (Vice Preside), Bob Cannon (Secretary) and David Hill (Chairman) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Paideia Scholarship Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and faith communities.