Pinkys Pantry
Preselected recipients only
Pinkys Pantry is a private foundation in Shavertown, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $57,105 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $12,805. 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$57,105
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$12,805
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $50,000 | 14 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $57,105 | 16 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Pinkys Pantry 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 Pinkys Pantry funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 15 | $56,105 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way | Charitable | $12,805 |
| Circle Center for Arts | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Medonology Prescription Fund | Charitable | $5,050 |
| Dinner for Kids | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Osterhout Library | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hoyt Library | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Think Big | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Back Mountain Food Pantry | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Luzerne County Historical Society | Charitable | $2,000 |
| WV Montessori | Charitable | $2,000 |
| FM Kirby Center | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Mill Library | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Gvco | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mount St Marys University | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Brie Bird Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Wilkes University | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Krogulski
- Ann Krogulski
Questions people ask
Does Pinkys Pantry accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pinkys Pantry give?
$57,105 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Pinkys Pantry?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth Krogulski (President) and Ann Krogulski (Treasurer).
What does Pinkys Pantry fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.