Pearson Family Foundation-Tr
Preselected recipients only
Pearson Family Foundation-Tr is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $122,633 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $33,333. 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$122,633
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$33,333
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was down from $128,333 the year before.
44% 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 | $114,133 | 17 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $128,333 | 14 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $122,633 | 18 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Pearson Family Foundation-Tr 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 Pearson Family Foundation-Tr funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $46,333 |
| New York | 8 | $44,300 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $2,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Earth Justice | General operating | $33,333 |
| Young Audiences Inc | General operating | $21,000 |
| National Council for the Traditional Art | General operating | $15,000 |
| Wesleyan University | General operating | $10,000 |
| Antirecidivism Coalition | General operating | $6,000 |
| The Osborn Foundation | General operating | $5,000 |
| City Lore Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| MNFF Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | General operating | $3,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General operating | $3,000 |
| Public Media Bridge Fund | General operating | $3,000 |
| Copland House | General operating | $2,800 |
| Riseboro Community Partnership | General operating | $2,500 |
| Kurn Hattin Home and School for Children | General operating | $2,000 |
| Christ's Church Rye | General operating | $2,000 |
| Cate School | General operating | $2,000 |
| Louisiana Green Corps | General operating | $1,000 |
| Home Is Here Nola | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bny Mellon N A
Questions people ask
Does Pearson Family Foundation-Tr accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pearson Family Foundation-Tr give?
$122,633 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Pearson Family Foundation-Tr?
Its 2025 filing lists Bny Mellon N A (Trustee).
What does Pearson Family Foundation-Tr fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.