Tomayko Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tomayko Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $75,800 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $30,000. 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$75,800
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $32,000 the year before.
83% of its 2024 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 | $32,000 | 3 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $75,800 | 12 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
Tomayko 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 Tomayko Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 10 | $65,800 |
| New York | 1 | $7,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pittsburgh | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Point Park University | Charitable | $17,500 |
| National Association of Women Artists Award | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Bloomfield Garfield Corporation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Society of Sculptors | Charitable | $600 |
| Associated Artists of Pittsburgh | Charitable | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- John R Tomayko
- Nina Friedman
- Charlie White
- Gabriela Tomayko
- Tom Bakaitus
Questions people ask
Does Tomayko Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tomayko Foundation give?
$75,800 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs Tomayko Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John R Tomayko (Trustee), Nina Friedman (Trustee), Charlie White (Trustee) and Gabriela Tomayko (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Tomayko Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.