Wabtec Foundation
Accepts applications
Wabtec Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $843,974 in 254 grants; the typical grant was $128 and the largest $135,568. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$843,974
- Number of grants254
- Typical grant$128
- Largest grant$135,568
- Assets$17.5 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $653,957 the year before.
63% 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 | $653,957 | 318 | $13.7 million |
| 2024 | $843,974 | 254 | $17.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Nicole Theophilus 30 Isabella Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (412) 825-1000, wabtecfoundation@wabtec.com |
| What to submit | The board of directors considers all applications for potential funding. In general, the board considers requests from organizations that meet the requirements found in section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code. If the requesting entity is a non U.S. Entity, they must meet equivalency determination rules and provide the required documentation regarding how they meet such definition. The applications should include the intended purpose and reasons why the foundation should consider the grant and should clearly state if the requesting organization is tax-exempt. Consideration will be given to those entities which can demonstrate some connection to the employees at wabtec. |
| Deadlines | At least one week prior to foundation board meetings (generally held in feb, may, july, oct and dec) |
| Restrictions | The foundation does not award grants to individuals for personal needs, religious organizations, organizations that have not been certified as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal revenue code unless an equivalency determination can be provided, economic development, conferences/seminars/symposiums, or travel. |
What Wabtec Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 33 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $52,220 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 66 | $335,384 |
| Georgia | 12 | $88,040 |
| New York | 19 | $78,455 |
| South Carolina | 12 | $71,117 |
| Michigan | 7 | $70,597 |
| Missouri | 4 | $40,750 |
| Texas | 13 | $36,028 |
| Illinois | 12 | $15,127 |
| Virginia | 4 | $10,159 |
| Arizona | 2 | $10,087 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Southwestern Pa | General support | $135,568 |
| 100 Black Men of America | General support | $85,000 |
| Thurgood Marshall College Fund | General support | $71,080 |
| Scholarship America | General support | $70,000 |
| Cruz Roja Espanola (Spanish Red Cross) | General support | $32,100 |
| The Advanced Leadership Institute (Tali) | General support | $30,000 |
| Veteran Community Project | General support | $30,000 |
| United Way of Greenville | General support | $25,000 |
| United Way of Piedmont | General support | $25,000 |
| Association Movimento Uniao BR | General support | $20,000 |
| Northwest Isd Education Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Linked by Pink | General support | $16,500 |
| Humane Animal Rescue | General support | $15,000 |
| Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra | General support | $15,000 |
| Union City Family Support Center | General support | $11,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania | General support | $10,375 |
| Public Broadcasting of NW Pa | General support | $10,098 |
| Agape Food Pantry | General support | $10,000 |
| Association House of Chicago | General support | $10,000 |
| Fostering Great Ideas | General support | $10,000 |
| Friends of Norwin Trails Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Grove City YMCA | General support | $10,000 |
| Homes of Hopes | General support | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Chisolm Trail Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Levelup Kids Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Middle Tyger YMCA | General support | $10,000 |
| Storehouse for Teachers | General support | $10,000 |
| Women Are Dreamers Too Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Youthplaces | General support | $10,000 |
| Beverly's Birthday | General support | $7,500 |
| Americans for the Competitive Enterprise System | General support | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania | General support | $5,000 |
| Mercer County Adult Education | General support | $5,000 |
| Rugrunners Robotics LLS | General support | $5,000 |
| Telos Leadership Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Bay Front Nato | General support | $3,000 |
| Erie Family Center | General support | $3,000 |
| John F Kennedy Center | General support | $3,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Central Illinois | General support | $3,000 |
| Army Transportation Museum | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Rafael Santana
- Nicole B Theophilus Executive
- Albert J Neupaver
- William E Kassling
- Matt Totsch Interim Executive
Questions people ask
Does Wabtec Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: At least one week prior to foundation board meetings (generally held in feb, may, july, oct and dec).
How much does Wabtec Foundation give?
$843,974 in tax year 2024, across 254 grants, with a typical grant of $128.
Who runs Wabtec Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rafael Santana (President/Director), Nicole B Theophilus Executive (Vp/Chro, (Exit 4/24, Enter 7/24)), Albert J Neupaver (Director) and William E Kassling (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Wabtec Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and international.