The Bruce and Barbara Wiegand Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bruce and Barbara Wiegand Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $941,563 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $506,679. 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$941,563
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$506,679
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
15% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $943,995 | 56 | $4.6 million |
| 2023 | $793,322 | 53 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 53 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $941,563 | 54 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
The Bruce and Barbara Wiegand 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 The Bruce and Barbara Wiegand Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 39 | $865,163 |
| Florida | 10 | $60,400 |
| Texas | 2 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $4,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eye & Ear Foundation of Pittsburgh | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $506,679 |
| Pittsburgh Cultural Trust | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $250,848 |
| Artis-Naples Inc | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Heinz History Center | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $10,544 |
| Light of Life Rescue Mission | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $10,390 |
| The Conservancy of Southwest Florida | General operating fund to further charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| NCH Center for Philanthropy | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $7,500 |
| Salvation Army | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $5,407 |
| Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh | General operating fund to further charitable purposes | $5,369 |
| Care Inc | General operating fund to further charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Trinity by the Cove Espicopal Church | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Pittsburgh Symphony | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $4,600 |
| The Everglades Foundation | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $4,500 |
| Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $4,326 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $4,000 |
| Pittsburgh Zoological Society | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $4,000 |
| American Heart Association | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Blind and Vision Rehabilitation Services of Pittsburgh | General operating fund to further charitable purposes | $3,000 |
| Family Guidance | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Magee-Women's Research Institute and Foundation | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Pittsburgh Promise Fdn | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Western Pa School for Blind | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Naples Art Association Inc | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $2,650 |
| Central Diesel Power | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Fdn | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Children's Instutute of Pittsburgh | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Friends of Harvard Tennis | General operating fund to further charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Grace Place for Children and Families Inc | General operating fund to further charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Human Coalition | General operating fund to further charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Kid's Voice | General operating fund to further charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Naples Botanical Garden | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Our Club House | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Project | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Women's Center & Shelter of Greater PGH | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Wqed Multimedial | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| City Theatre Company Inc | General operating fund to further charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Pittsburgh Cultural Trust | Capital campaign to further charitable purpose | $1,500 |
| Friends of Mt Lebanon Library | General operating fund to further charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce Wiegand
- Barbara M Wiegand
- Bruce Phillips Wiegand
Questions people ask
Does The Bruce and Barbara Wiegand Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bruce and Barbara Wiegand Family Foundation give?
$941,563 in tax year 2025, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Bruce and Barbara Wiegand Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce Wiegand (Trustee), Barbara M Wiegand (Trustee) and Bruce Phillips Wiegand (Trustee).
What does The Bruce and Barbara Wiegand Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and faith communities.