Western Pennsylvania Policy Forum including subsidiary Empower Erie
Preselected recipients only
Western Pennsylvania Policy Forum including subsidiary Empower Erie is a private foundation in Erie, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$0
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Western Pennsylvania Policy Forum including subsidiary Empower Erie 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Western Pennsylvania Policy Forum including subsidiary Empower Erie funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Erie County Community College | Funds for Community College | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathy Fatica
- Judith H Roth
- Timothy McNair
- Damali Donovan
- Danny Jones
- David Brennan
- George Espy
- Sam Talarico
Questions people ask
Does Western Pennsylvania Policy Forum including subsidiary Empower Erie accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Western Pennsylvania Policy Forum including subsidiary Empower Erie give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Western Pennsylvania Policy Forum including subsidiary Empower Erie?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathy Fatica (Director), Judith H Roth (Treasurer), Timothy McNair (President) and Damali Donovan (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Western Pennsylvania Policy Forum including subsidiary Empower Erie fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.