The Britton Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Britton Family Foundation is a private foundation in Erie, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $265,375 in 45 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $22,875. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$265,375
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$22,875
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees2%
Giving in 2024 was up from $242,875 the year before.
2% 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 | $242,875 | 44 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $265,375 | 45 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John W Britton President 100 State St Ste 700, Erie, PA 16507 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (814) 870-7710, mminnaugh@skmco.com |
What The Britton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 44 | $255,375 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hamot Health Foundation | Unrestricted | $22,875 |
| Bayfront Maritime Center | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Erie County Historical Society | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Achievement Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association Greater Pa | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Dr Gertrude Barber Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Erie City Mission | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sarah Reed Children's Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospit | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Stairways Behaviorial Health | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Erie Homes for Children and Adults | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Asbury Woods Partnership | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Greater Erie Area Habitat for Human | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Child Development Centers | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Flagship Niagara League | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Autism Society-Northwestern Pa | Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Women's Care Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Experience Erie Children's Museum | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Erie Zoo | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cathedral Preparatory School | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| St Jude the Apostle Church | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Camp Notre Dame | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Community Shelter Services | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Crime Victim Center | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Emergycare | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Emmaus Ministries | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Highmark Caring Places | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Mercy Center for Women | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Orphan Angels Cat Sanctuary | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Parkinson Partners of Nwpa | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Perseus House | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Safenet | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Anna Shelter | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Mercy Hilltop Center | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Harborcreek Youth Services | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| St Martin Center Inc | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Fairview Fire and Rescue | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Humane Society of NW Pa | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John W Britton
- James E Spoden Esq
- Margaret Britton
- Matthew M Minnaugh
Questions people ask
Does The Britton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Britton Family Foundation give?
$265,375 in tax year 2024, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Britton Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John W Britton (Pres./Direct), James E Spoden Esq (Treasurer/Di), Margaret Britton (Director) and Matthew M Minnaugh (Director).
What does The Britton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and arts and culture.