Posner Foundation of Pittsburgh
Accepts applications
Posner Foundation of Pittsburgh is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $25.4 million in 113 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $3.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$25.4 million
- Number of grants113
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$332 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $17.1 million the year before.
41% 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 | $17.1 million | 75 | $305 million |
| 2024 | $25.4 million | 113 | $332 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Anne Marie Toccket 535 Smithfield Street Suite 960, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (412) 928-7701, info@posnerfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Applicants should submit a brief statement in writing, detailing the purpose for which funds are to be utilized and the activities engaged in by the applicant. Applicant's determination letter and financial data should accompany the request. |
| Restrictions | Our priority areas reflect both the foundation's legacy of giving as well as our emerging interest in areas of pressing social, economic and environmental concern with a focus on environment, human rights, education, jewish life and civil society. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Posner Foundation of Pittsburgh funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 18 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $500,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 57 | $9.2 million |
| New York | 16 | $5.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 11 | $3.1 million |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $1.4 million |
| Connecticut | 2 | $1.3 million |
| California | 5 | $950,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $850,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $850,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $550,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $475,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | Unrestricted/ general use | $3.0 million |
| ACLU Foundation | Unrestricted/ general use | $2.0 million |
| Refed Inc | Unrestricted/ general use | $1.3 million |
| Union for Reform Judaism | Unrestricted/ general use | $1.1 million |
| Primary Care Health Services Inc | Unrestricted/ general use | $1.0 million |
| Save the Children | Unrestricted/ general use | $1.0 million |
| Simmons University | Unrestricted/ general use | $1.0 million |
| Village Capital | Unrestricted/ general use | $800,000 |
| American Jewish World Service | Unrestricted/ general use | $500,000 |
| Global Foodbanking Network | Unrestricted/ general use | $500,000 |
| National Public Radio | Unrestricted/ general use | $500,000 |
| New Venture Fund | Unrestricted/ general use | $500,000 |
| Splash | Unrestricted/ general use | $500,000 |
| Tides Center | Unrestricted/ general use | $500,000 |
| Waste and Resources Action Programme | Unrestricted/ general use | $500,000 |
| Spotlight Pa | Unrestricted/ general use | $434,000 |
| Literacy Pittsburgh | Unrestricted/ general use | $350,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Unrestricted/ general use | $350,000 |
| Villagereach | Unrestricted/ general use | $350,000 |
| Jewish Family and Community Services | Unrestricted/ general use | $300,000 |
| Winchester Thurston School | Unrestricted/ general use | $300,000 |
| American Journalism Project | Unrestricted/ general use | $250,000 |
| Americares | Unrestricted/ general use | $250,000 |
| Ceasefirepa Education Fund | Unrestricted/ general use | $250,000 |
| Global Links | Unrestricted/ general use | $250,000 |
| Global Impact | Unrestricted/ general use | $250,000 |
| Hello Neighbor | Unrestricted/ general use | $250,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Unrestricted/ general use | $250,000 |
| Princeton University | Unrestricted/ general use | $250,000 |
| Propublica | Unrestricted/ general use | $250,000 |
| The Groundtruth Project Inc | Unrestricted/ general use | $250,000 |
| Latino Community Center | Unrestricted/ general use | $225,000 |
| South Hills Interfaith Movement | Unrestricted/ general use | $225,000 |
| Busara Center for Behavioral Economics Inc | Unrestricted/ general use | $200,000 |
| Chef Ann Foundation | Unrestricted/ general use | $200,000 |
| Grow Pittsburgh | Unrestricted/ general use | $200,000 |
| Impact Justice | Unrestricted/ general use | $200,000 |
| Operation Lifesaver | Unrestricted/ general use | $200,000 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Unrestricted/ general use | $175,000 |
| Kenyon College | Unrestricted/ general use | $166,667 |
Officers and trustees
- Henry Posner III
- Paul M Posner
- Anne M Molloy
- John F Hensler
Questions people ask
Does Posner Foundation of Pittsburgh accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Posner Foundation of Pittsburgh give?
$25.4 million in tax year 2024, across 113 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Posner Foundation of Pittsburgh?
Its 2024 filing lists Henry Posner III (Trustee), Paul M Posner (Trustee), Anne M Molloy (Trustee) and John F Hensler (Trustee).
What does Posner Foundation of Pittsburgh fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and faith communities.