Point of View Foundation
Accepts applications
Point of View Foundation is a private foundation in York, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $194,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $29,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$194,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$29,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $190,000 the year before.
63% 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 | $220,000 | 10 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $190,000 | 10 | $4.2 million |
| 2025 | $194,000 | 16 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Alex Snyder 100 East Market Street, York, PA 17401 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (717) 852-4975 |
| What to submit | Each applicant shall provide sufficient details and documentation regarding the grant requested for the board to make its decision, including but not limited to the purpose for which the funds will be used and the duration that the applicant proposes to achieve the purpose of the grant. Each request shall be made, in writing, to the board. |
What Point of View Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $75,000 |
| New York | 3 | $64,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Point of View Fund Co Ms Gift | General purpose fund | $29,000 |
| Charity Navigator | General purpose fund | $25,000 |
| Row New York | General purpose fund | $25,000 |
| Biglerville Historical Preservation Society | Restricted to the apple museum | $20,000 |
| South Central Community Action Program Inc | Restricted to senior housing, circle program and the gleaning program | $20,000 |
| Camp Sunshine | Amanda cann's fundraising campaign | $10,000 |
| George Jackson Academy | $1k restricted to library use, $2k restricted to purchasing new projectors or technology, and the remaining $7k unrestricted. | $10,000 |
| Pan Massachusettes Challenge | For brian peterson's fundraising campaign | $10,000 |
| Pennon Organization DBA Witf | General purpose fund | $10,000 |
| Adams County Children & Youth Services | General purpose fund | $5,000 |
| Bell Socialization Services | General purpose fund | $5,000 |
| Bendersville Community Fire Company | General purpose fund | $5,000 |
| Gloria Coles Flint Public Library | Restricted to children & teen services | $5,000 |
| St Luke New Life Center | General purpose fund | $5,000 |
| Weeconnect Early Learning Center | Restricted to employee training | $5,000 |
| Upper Adams School District | Restricted to wes h - washington dc trip | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Geoffrey George
- Mary Sue Cline
- Sarah Mayer
- Colleen George
- Alex Snyder
Questions people ask
Does Point of View Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Point of View Foundation give?
$194,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Point of View Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Geoffrey George (President/Director), Mary Sue Cline (Vice President/Director), Sarah Mayer (Treasurer/Director) and Colleen George (Secretary/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Point of View Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.