The Wellington Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Wellington Fund is a private foundation in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $388,905 in 44 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $136,215. 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$388,905
- Number of grants44
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$136,215
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $312,775 the year before.
47% 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 | $306,900 | 18 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $312,775 | 32 | $6.3 million |
| 2025 | $388,905 | 44 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
The Wellington Fund 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 Wellington Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 42 | $383,405 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foudation for the Alleghe | Grant | $136,215 |
| Bishop McCort Hs | Grant | $25,000 |
| Serra Catholic HC | Grant | $25,000 |
| The Learning Lamp | Grant | $25,000 |
| Action Pittsburgh Inc | Donation | $20,000 |
| Vci | Grant | $20,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Grant | $10,000 |
| Christian Home of Johnstown Inc | Grant | $10,000 |
| Highland Health Clinic | Donation | $10,000 |
| Johnstown Christian School | Grant | $10,000 |
| Johnstown Christian School | Grant | $10,000 |
| St Emma Monastery | Grant | $10,000 |
| Alleghenies United Cerebral Palsey | Donation | $10,000 |
| Johnstown Family Kitchen | Donation | $8,000 |
| Community Arts Center of CC | Grants | $5,000 |
| Conemaugh Twp Wrestling | Grant | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Grant | $5,000 |
| Flood City Youth Academy | Grant | $5,000 |
| Flood City Youth Academy | Grant | $5,000 |
| Angels of Mercy | Donation | $5,000 |
| The Learning Lamp | Donation | $4,000 |
| Bible 2 School | Grant | $3,000 |
| Branches of Mercy | Donation | $2,000 |
| Community Action | Donation | $2,000 |
| Community Foudation for the Alleghe | Grant | $2,000 |
| Pfew | Grant | $1,390 |
| Independent Catholic Foundation | Grant | $1,300 |
| Community Action (Coats for Kids) | Donation | $1,000 |
| Johnstown Family Kitchen | Donation | $1,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Grant | $1,000 |
| NCST | Donation | $1,000 |
| Family House | Grant | $1,000 |
| Catholic Ministries | Grant | $1,000 |
| Community Foudation for the Alleghe | Grant | $1,000 |
| LHHV | Grant | $1,000 |
| Cambria County Literacy Council | Grant | $1,000 |
| Community Foudation for the Alleghe | Donation | $1,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Grant | $850 |
| St Anthony's Church | Donation | $750 |
| Community Foudation for the Alleghe | Donation | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Fortunato
- Barbara Fortunato
- Thomas Fortunato
- Craig Slack Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Wellington Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wellington Fund give?
$388,905 in tax year 2025, across 44 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Wellington Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph Fortunato (Trustee), Barbara Fortunato (Trustee), Thomas Fortunato (Trustee) and Craig Slack Jr (Trustee).
What does The Wellington Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.