The Workable Alternatives Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Workable Alternatives Foundation is a private foundation in Delmont, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$120,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $115,000 | 11 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $115,000 | 11 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $120,000 | 11 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
The Workable Alternatives 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 Workable Alternatives Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $80,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation | General | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation | General | $25,000 |
| 350ORG | General | $10,000 |
| Democracy Now | Geners; | $10,000 |
| National Resources Defense Council | General | $10,000 |
| Physicians for National Health Program | General | $10,000 |
| Type Media Center | General | $10,000 |
| Global Links | General | $5,000 |
| International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War | General | $5,000 |
| Jewish Voice for Peace | General | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Allan Macdougall III
- Susannah Fine
- Michael Fine
- David Fine
Questions people ask
Does The Workable Alternatives Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Workable Alternatives Foundation give?
$120,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Workable Alternatives Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Allan Macdougall III (Trustee), Susannah Fine (Trustee), Michael Fine (Trustee) and David Fine (Trustee).
What does The Workable Alternatives Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and international.