Powder Mill Foundation
Accepts applications
Powder Mill Foundation is a private foundation in York, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $11.4 million in 87 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 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$11.4 million
- Number of grants87
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$149 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $11.3 million the year before.
44% 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 | $11.3 million | 113 | $168 million |
| 2024 | $11.4 million | 87 | $149 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael H Hady III 140 E Market Street, York, PA 17401 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (717) 848-5500 |
| What to submit | Send letter outlining need |
| Restrictions | Primarily to charitable organizations benefiting york, Pennsylvania |
What Powder Mill Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 87 | $11.4 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Communty Connections for Children | Pledge payment | $3.0 million |
| Crispis Attucks Association | Pledge payment | $1.3 million |
| Harrisburg University | Pledge payment | $1.0 million |
| York College of Pennsylvania | Pledge payment | $890,459 |
| York County Rail Trail Authority | Pledge payment | $600,000 |
| Northern Central Railway of York | Pledge payment | $500,000 |
| Susquehanna National Heritage | Pledge payment | $500,000 |
| York Country Day | Pledge payment | $500,000 |
| Yorktowne Hotel | Support | $496,172 |
| United Way of York County | Building at 138 e market street | $315,000 |
| Downtown Inc | Holiday lights | $200,000 |
| Accountability for Life | Vehicle purchase | $150,000 |
| Community Progress Council | Capital improvements | $150,000 |
| Postive Energy Dance | Pledge payment | $150,000 |
| Cultural Alliance of York County | Strategic plan and marketing | $100,000 |
| York Jewish Community Center (JCC) | Security upgrades | $100,000 |
| Rainbow Rose Center | Pledge payment | $80,000 |
| United Way of York County | Annual contribution | $80,000 |
| Cultural Alliance of York County | Annual support | $70,000 |
| United Way of York County | Vita program support | $60,000 |
| Keystone Kidspace | Final payment | $55,000 |
| Cultural Alliance of York County | Matching support | $50,000 |
| Life Changing Pathways | Building rennovations | $50,000 |
| Penn State York | Pledge payment | $50,000 |
| Partnership for Economic Development (Ycea) | Post office | $50,000 |
| Prodigy Spectrum Management | Pledge payment | $50,000 |
| Veterans Helping Hands | Renovations | $50,000 |
| York City Parks Conservancy | Veterans memorial project | $50,000 |
| York County Community Foundation | Early childhood initiative | $50,000 |
| York County Community Foundation | Sangfroid study | $50,000 |
| York County Community Foundation | Dpwmtpwm york sustainable landscapes fund | $50,000 |
| Servants | Summer york city improvement camp | $40,000 |
| New Hope Ministries | New roof | $39,526 |
| Laugh and Learn Early Dev Center | Sprinkler system | $35,000 |
| Girls on the Run Mid State Pa | Support | $30,000 |
| Susquehanna National Heritage Area | Art museum planning | $30,000 |
| York County Community Foundation | York revolution community fund | $26,000 |
| Communities in Schools | York city school support | $25,000 |
| York Symphony Orchestra | 4th of july concert | $23,865 |
| Penncares- Hanover | New flooring | $23,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dave Kennedy
- Josephine S Appell
- Mary Stetler
- Helen F Appell II
- Louis J Appell III
- George Hodges
- Michael H Hady III
- Beverly Mackereth
- Suzanne McConky
Questions people ask
Does Powder Mill Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Powder Mill Foundation give?
$11.4 million in tax year 2024, across 87 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Powder Mill Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dave Kennedy (Chairman), Josephine S Appell (Vice-Chair, Trustee), Mary Stetler (Secretary) and Helen F Appell II (Trustee) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Powder Mill Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.