Piston Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Piston Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hermitage, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $7,335 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $3,668 and the largest $4,035. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$7,335
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$3,668
- Largest grant$4,035
- Assets$75,848
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 | $1,000 | 1 | $78,554 |
| 2024 | $7,335 | 2 | $75,848 |
How to apply
| Contact | Dr Kathy Piston 2209 Hazen Road, Hermitage, PA 16148 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (412) 918-1111, lejardin2@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Written |
| Restrictions | Restictions as per the bylaws |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Piston Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $4,035 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | The metropolitan museum of art collects, studies, conserves, and presents significant works of art across time and cultures in order to connect all people to creativity, knowledge, ideas, and one another. | $4,035 |
| The City of Hermitage Pa | Community law enforcement - traffic camera project | $3,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Kathy Piston
- Dr Robert Piston
- Robert W Piston Jr
- Michael D Piston
- Rebecca M Piston
- Steven J Piston
- Hannah E Piston
Questions people ask
Does Piston Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Piston Family Foundation give?
$7,335 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $3,668.
Who runs Piston Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dr Kathy Piston (Director, Chairman, Presid), Dr Robert Piston (Director), Robert W Piston Jr (Director,cfo,treasurer) and Michael D Piston (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Piston Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.