The Philip Chosky Charitable & Educational Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Philip Chosky Charitable & Educational Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $303,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$303,000
- Assets$10.9 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
32% 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 | $1.4 million | 29 | $11.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 28 | $10.9 million |
How to apply
The Philip Chosky Charitable & Educational 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 Philip Chosky Charitable & Educational Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 25 | $1.2 million |
| New York | 2 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh | Discretionary fund | $303,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh | Discretionary fund | $230,000 |
| T of L Inc DBA Tree of Life Inc | Discretionary fund | $115,000 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | Discretionary fund | $77,000 |
| American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science | Discretionary fund | $50,000 |
| Community Day School | Discretionary fund | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | Discretionary fund | $50,000 |
| Jewish Family and Community Service | Discretionary fund | $45,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women | Discretionary fund | $35,000 |
| Film Pittsburgh | Discretionary fund | $30,000 |
| Front Porch Theatricals | Discretionary fund | $30,000 |
| Quantum Theater | Discretionary fund | $30,000 |
| Repair the World Pittsburgh | Discretionary fund | $30,000 |
| The Friendship Circle of Pittsburgh | Discretionary fund | $30,000 |
| Hillel Jewish University | Discretionary fund | $25,000 |
| Aleph Institute | Discretionary fund | $20,000 |
| Prime Stage Theatre | Discretionary fund | $20,000 |
| South Hills Interfaith Ministry | Discretionary fund | $20,000 |
| Off the Floor Pittsburgh | Discretionary fund | $15,000 |
| 412 Firends of Zahal | Discretionary fund | $15,000 |
| Chabad of Pittsburgh | Discretionary fund | $15,000 |
| East End Cooperative Ministry | Discretionary funddiscretionary fund | $15,000 |
| Jewish Assistance Fund | Discretionary fund | $15,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Western Pa | Discretionary fund | $15,000 |
| Kinetic Theatre Company | Discretionary fund | $15,000 |
| B'nai Brith Youth Organization-Keystone Mountain Region | Discretionary fund | $12,000 |
| Stage 62 | Discretionary fund | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics of Pennsylvania | Discretionary fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanley Barg
- Meryl Ainsman
- Susan O'Malley
Questions people ask
Does The Philip Chosky Charitable & Educational Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Philip Chosky Charitable & Educational Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs The Philip Chosky Charitable & Educational Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stanley Barg (Director), Meryl Ainsman (Executive Director) and Susan O'Malley (Director).
What does The Philip Chosky Charitable & Educational Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.