The Bruce Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Bruce Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New Castle, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $174,604 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $65,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$174,604
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $50,400 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 | $50,400 | 24 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $174,604 | 29 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
The Bruce Family Foundation Inc 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 Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 26 | $171,604 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northminster Presbyterian Church | General support | $65,000 |
| Butz Scholarship Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Shenango Area School District | General support | $17,304 |
| Boy Scouts of America the Moraine Trails Council | General support | $12,000 |
| New Castle YMCA | General support | $6,200 |
| Westminster College | General support | $4,000 |
| United Way of Lawrence County | General support | $1,700 |
| Cray Youth and Family Services | General support | $1,500 |
| Arise | General support | $1,000 |
| Cathedral Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| City Rescue Mission | General support | $1,000 |
| Compassionate Christian Couriers Fund | General support | $1,000 |
| Arts & Education at the Hoyt | General support | $1,000 |
| Lark Enterprises | General support | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of New Castle | General support | $1,000 |
| New Castle Public Library | General support | $1,000 |
| Shenango Community Education Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Upmc Children's Hospital Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| LCF Filling in the Gaps Fund | General support | $1,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | General support | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Lawrence County Historical Society | General support | $500 |
| New Castle Playhouse | General support | $500 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $500 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General support | $500 |
| Renova Music Festival | General support | $500 |
| Shenango Volunteer Fire Department | General support | $300 |
| Neshannock Township Volunteer Fire Company | General support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert J Bruce
- M Joyce Bruce Brown
Questions people ask
Does The Bruce Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bruce Family Foundation Inc give?
$174,604 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Bruce Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert J Bruce (President) and M Joyce Bruce Brown (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does The Bruce Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.