Wheelhouse Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wheelhouse Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $108,550 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $35,800. 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$108,550
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$35,800
- Assets$7.1 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2024 was down from $155,245 the year before.
70% 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 | $155,245 | 5 | $4.2 million |
| 2024 | $108,550 | 10 | $7.1 million |
How to apply
Wheelhouse Family 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Wheelhouse Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $54,800 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $13,750 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Light of Life Rescue Mission | Services to homeless people | $35,800 |
| Iona University | Educational support | $25,000 |
| Maps Global | Christian missions | $13,750 |
| The Center for Hope | General fund | $10,000 |
| The Patriot Fund | Veterans services | $10,000 |
| Big Shoulders Fund | Educational support | $5,000 |
| Sewickley Hounds Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| YMCA | Community support | $2,500 |
| Pittsburgh Lung Cancer Foundation | Patient care | $1,000 |
| Kids Voice | Child legal support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Stanchak
- Cynthia Stanchak
- Aubrey Stanchak
- Hunter Stanchak
- Elise Delturco
- Zachary Delturco
Questions people ask
Does Wheelhouse Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wheelhouse Family Foundation give?
$108,550 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Wheelhouse Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David Stanchak (Ceo), Cynthia Stanchak (Ceo), Aubrey Stanchak (President) and Hunter Stanchak (Vice Preside) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Wheelhouse Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.