Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation
Accepts applications
Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $216,250 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$216,250
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$9.4 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was down from $247,200 the year before.
52% 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 | $252,500 | 26 | $8.2 million |
| 2024 | $247,200 | 28 | $8.7 million |
| 2025 | $216,250 | 25 | $9.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Pam Golden the Pittsburgh Child Gui 611 William Penn Plance Suite 303, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (412) 434-1665 |
| What to submit, deadlines, restrictions | See www.pittsburghchildguidancefoundation.org |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 25 | $216,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sojourner House | Youth focused initiatives provide homework help; work to improve school attendance, academic performance; provide mentoring for teens grades 6 - 12 and summer camp for grades 1- 8 to reduce learning loss and promote physical and emotional health. | $15,000 |
| Familylinks | Young adults, ages 16 - 21 who are transitioning out of foster care are housed in a supervised apartment-style living to enable the successful transition to independent living. | $15,000 |
| Homeless Children's Education Fund | Teen outreach program gives rising juniors and seniors paid work experiences, mentorship, training for those who have experienced or are at risk of homelessness. 90% of seniors graduate on time; 82% will exceed proficiency in academics. | $13,500 |
| Youth Guidance (Becoming A Man) | Works with 550 male students grades 6 to 12 to increase school engagement, academic attainment and improve social and emotional wellbeing through engagement with role models and being a reliable presence in their schools and lives. | $12,500 |
| Women's Center & Shelter | The 125 children living in shelter for 5 or more days will maintain school attendance; receive tutoring reading sessions and physical activity and engage in field trips. Average length of stay is 60 days. | $12,000 |
| Dragon's Den | After school & summer camp for 250 youth in west homestead, whitaker and munhall. Work with 30+ partners to offer workshops focused environment, culture/heritage, physical/mental health topics. | $12,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Project | An after school program for 250 children & teens k- 12 on the north side. Participants receive homework help, transportation, extracurricular lessons, and engage in community service. High school students participate in the leaders in training program to explore post secondary plans. | $10,000 |
| Schools That Can | Will work with 30 students ages 5 - 11 to pilot a student-led, community care system in schools for children with disabilities; high stress levels. | $10,000 |
| Open Up | Will support elementary students and engage 10-15 high school mentors to close the education gap while removing the stigma often associated with tutoring and remedial reading. Mentors will work as paid interns. | $10,000 |
| Neighborhood Learning Alliance | Program will support 100 youth 6 - 17,from mckeesport, wilkinsburg, duquesne and other low income communities, who would not otherwise be able to participate in the scouting program. | $10,000 |
| Young Black Motivated Kings and Queens | The shift program for middle school students brings stability to these children who face food insecurity, exposure to violence, unstable home environments by providing mentoring, counseling, trauma information case and specialized services enabling students to thrive. | $10,000 |
| East End Cooperative Ministry | Offers sumer camp for 250 children ages 5 - 16, providing developmental and enrichment programs; physical education and encouraging positive decision making; and reduce learning loss. | $10,000 |
| Casa San Jose | Provides personalized support for youth 12-18 to overcome bullying, cultural & language barriers; social and emotional support in their native language. | $10,000 |
| Cafe Momentum | Comprehensive 12-month program for teens 15-19 who have been involved with justice system. Case managers and staff mentor and provide trauma informed care. Participants work to advance their education; receive paid internships in the food/hospitality; mental heath care and learn life skills. | $10,000 |
| Brookline Teen Outreach | After school program for 250 -300 teens from brookline, dormont, carrick, brentwood, mt. Oliver and mt. Lebanon. Services include early mental health intervention, homework help, skill development, career exploration, field trips and free pantry. | $9,500 |
| Abiding Missions | 9-month after school program for children, grades 1-5 in allentown & s. Hilltop neighborhoods. Programs include academic support, field trips, class in arts, cooking, environmental topics, & community engagement. | $7,500 |
| Steel City Squash | An academic and athletic program encouraging students to challenge themselves and reach their fullest potential. Program focuses on mentoring academic improvement, community service, physical fitness. | $7,500 |
| Will Allen School Partnership | Pathways program assists students in developing communication; time management and problem solving skills and are introduced to career opportunities in healthcare, it, energy, utilities and manufacturing; and are matched with mentors. | $5,000 |
| South Hills Interfaith Movement | Will acquire toys, games and creative materials and sensory supplies for the 125 children living in shelters. | $5,000 |
| Scouting America Laurel Highlands Countil | An education to employment program for 800 high risk high school students. Facilitators encourage critical thinking, career exploration, self-evaluation, job readiness skills & improving communication skills. | $5,000 |
| Goodwill | Youthworks - hire me will work with 450 youth ages 14-21 to develop life and social skills to successfully transition to paid employment. Program includes job shadowing, mentoring and some participants work as paid interns in goodwill stores. | $5,000 |
| Girls Inc of Greater Pittsburgh | Will partner with 40 schools and 6 universities to train 250 college students as mentors for elementary and middle school children ages 7-14. | $5,000 |
| Bender Leadership | Mentoring, skill building of soft and workplace skills, including job search techniques, goal setting for youth ages 11 to 22 with disabilities. | $5,000 |
| Allegheny County Camp Cadet | Executive director grant in support of the free weeklong summer program for girls and boys ages 12 to 14 to build confidence, discipline, and social skills while learning about law enforcement. | $1,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank | Executive director grant to assist those experiencing food insecurities. | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Eichner Dr
- James W Weems Jr
- Cara Ciminillo
- Megan Nestor
- Judge David Spurgeon
- Aaron S Aldrich Mba
- Michele Rone Cooper
- Paul Spradley
- Pamela W Golden
- Melinda Bondarenka
Questions people ask
Does Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: See www.pittsburghchildguidancefoundation.org.
How much does Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation give?
$216,250 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan Eichner Dr (Vice President), James W Weems Jr (Trustee), Cara Ciminillo (Trustee) and Megan Nestor (Trustee) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.