PTS Foundation
Accepts applications
PTS Foundation is a private foundation in Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $300,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.3 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$41.6 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
7% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 15 | $31.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 15 | $41.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | PTSF Administrators 450 Plymouth Road Suite 305, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (610) 825-4300 |
| What to submit | Charitable requests: written request outlining specifics of request, mailed to: 450 plymouth road, suite 305, plymouth meeting, pa 19462 |
| Restrictions | Charitable requests: written requests considered separately. |
What PTS Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $1.2 million |
| Ohio | 2 | $52,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $40,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Netter - Center for Community Partnerships | To support the organization and its programs | $300,000 |
| Wistar Institute | To support the organization and its programs | $275,000 |
| Philadelphia City Rowing Inc | To support the organization and its programs | $250,000 |
| Writters Matter | To support the organization and its programs | $137,500 |
| Philadelphia Mural Art Advocates | To support the organization and its programs | $77,500 |
| Ceasefirepa Education Fund | To support the organization and its programs | $50,000 |
| Teach for America | To support the organization and its programs | $50,000 |
| Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington | To support the organization and its programs | $40,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation Palliative Medicine Grant | To support the organization and its programs | $40,000 |
| Children's Literacy Initiative | To support the organization and its programs | $25,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation | To support the organization and its programs | $20,000 |
| Texas Civil Rights Project | To support the organization and its programs | $20,000 |
| Shipley School | To support the organization and its programs | $15,000 |
| Laurel School-Annual Fund | To support the organization and its programs | $12,500 |
| Play for Blake | To support the organization and its programs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pam H Schneider
- Milton S Schneider
- Andrew S Schneider
- Alvin B Hemmingsen
Questions people ask
Does PTS Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does PTS Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs PTS Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Pam H Schneider (Director & Chairperson), Milton S Schneider (Director,pres,sec & Treas), Andrew S Schneider (Assistant Secretary) and Alvin B Hemmingsen (Assistant Treasurer).
What does PTS Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.