Saltsgiver Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Saltsgiver Family Foundation is a private foundation in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $550,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.0 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$550,000
- Assets$245,140
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
21% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 18 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 15 | $42,915 |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 19 | $245,140 |
How to apply
Saltsgiver Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Saltsgiver Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 4 | $580,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $260,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $40,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $30,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $28,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 2 | $20,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chrsitian Broadcast Netwo | Public charity | $550,000 |
| Samaritian's Purse | Public charity | $250,000 |
| Christ for the Nations | Public charity | $30,000 |
| Good Shepard India | Public charity | $25,000 |
| Mario Murillo Ministeries | Public charity | $20,000 |
| American Rescue Workers | Public charity | $15,000 |
| Christian United for Israel | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Covenant House | Public charity | $10,000 |
| New Life Church | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Operation Blessing Disaster Relief | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Orphan's Promise | Public charty | $10,000 |
| Regent University | Public charity | $10,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Hospital | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Vision for Israel | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Public charity | $10,000 |
| ACLU | Public charity | $10,000 |
| Voice of the Martyrs | Public charity | $5,000 |
| Lycoming County Young Life | Public charity | $3,000 |
| Jewish Voice Ministries Intl | Public charity | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas M Saltsgiver
- Joann Saltsgiver
- Harold Kropp
Questions people ask
Does Saltsgiver Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Saltsgiver Family Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Saltsgiver Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas M Saltsgiver (President), Joann Saltsgiver (Sect/Trea) and Harold Kropp (Cfo).
What does Saltsgiver Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.