The Law & Humanities Institute
Preselected recipients only
The Law & Humanities Institute is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$20,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$427,347
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,500 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $13,000 | 2 | $345,751 |
| 2024 | $15,500 | 2 | $393,015 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 2 | $427,347 |
How to apply
The Law & Humanities Institute 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 Law & Humanities Institute funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $15,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | Humanities Center | $15,000 |
| University of Cincinnati Law School | General support of law school. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Weisberg
- Shaina Trapedo
- Todd Grabarsky
- Kenneth McCallion
Questions people ask
Does The Law & Humanities Institute accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Law & Humanities Institute give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Law & Humanities Institute?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Weisberg (Director/President), Shaina Trapedo (Director/Vice President), Todd Grabarsky (Director/Secretary) and Kenneth McCallion (Director/Treasurer).
What does The Law & Humanities Institute fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.