Donahue Family Foundation Inc
Donahue Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It supports charitable organizations that are consistent with the Roman Catholic religious faith and their commitment to virtuous goals.
Donahue Family Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Donahue Family Foundation Inc gave $649K across 37 grants in 2024 (avg $18K), top state Pennsylvania. 3% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $648,500
- +0.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 37
- -2.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $17,527
- +3.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $1,059,185
- -7.7% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 3% first-time grantees (1 of 37, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (40% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Donahue Family Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1001 Liberty Avenue 720, Pittsburgh, PA 15222-3714
Phone: (412) 471-6420
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Donahue Family Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Diocese of Pittsburgh ($56K). Together the top 10 received $414K.
Grant Size Distribution
209 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 187 grants of 209 (89%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in multiple states and the District of Columbia. Pennsylvania received 40%, Florida 19%, Ohio 16%, Washington, DC 13%, and Michigan 4%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 37 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Donahue Family Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
3%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 1 of 37 grantees (3%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $18K. How we count
Medians: $3K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 95% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−13%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 927% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $645K (2023) to $747K (2021). In 2024 it made 37 grants totaling $649K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Diocese of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA | General | $56,000 |
| Diocese of Toledo Toledo, OH | General | $54,000 |
| Archdiocese of Washington Washington, DC | General | $50,000 |
| Ave Maria University Naples, FL | General | $50,000 |
| St Vincent Archabbey Latrobe, PA | General | $50,000 |
| Catholic Diocese of Youngstown Youngstown, OH | General | $42,000 |
| Diocese of Harrisburg Harrisburg, PA | General | $42,000 |
| Acton Institute Grand Rapids, MI | General | $25,000 |
| The Becket Fund Washington, DC | General | $25,000 |
| CPCI Medical Centers of SW Florida Naples, FL | General | $20,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,059,185 | $648,466 | $780,823 | $648,500 | 37 | $747,992 | $640,427 | $80,715 |
| 2023 | $1,147,623 | $1,433,001 | $754,697 | $644,500 | 38 | $737,169 | $1,428,873 | $95,632 |
| 2022 | $469,319 | $458,663 | $832,942 | $719,000 | 43 | $817,336 | $446,026 | $129,057 |
| 2021 | $843,598 | $790,205 | $875,383 | $746,594 | 45 | $839,764 | $785,802 | $119,101 |
| 2020 | $928,776 | $1,660,595 | $882,299 | $738,000 | 46 | — | $1,655,798 | $126,844 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Donahue Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $81K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation states that it gives support to charitable organizations consistent with the Roman Catholic religious faith and their commitment to virtuous goals. Its 2024 grants included religious organizations such as dioceses and St. Vincent Archabbey, as well as other charitable organizations.
Grantees describe a range of missions in their own terms. Extra Mile Education Foundation says it supports scholarships for inner-city children attending Catholic elementary schools in Pittsburgh. Providence House describes its work as faith-based transitional housing and self-sufficiency support for women with young children who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. St. Matthew’s House says it serves people experiencing hunger, homelessness, or addiction in Southwest Florida. The Becket Fund describes its mission as protecting the free expression of all faiths through public-interest legal activities.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 37 grants totaling $648,500. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $56,000, with a median of $10,000. Among the largest were $56,000 to the Diocese of Pittsburgh, $54,000 to the Diocese of Toledo, and $50,000 each to the Archdiocese of Washington, Ave Maria University, and St. Vincent Archabbey. Other 2024 recipients included the Becket Fund ($25,000), Prison Fellowship Ministries ($20,000), Providence House ($12,500), and Extra Mile Education Foundation ($10,000).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists William J. Donahue Sr. as president; Mark E. Murtha as secretary/treasurer; and Lisa J. Pierce as assistant secretary and assistant treasurer. Directors listed are Gregory F. Dolan, Matthew B. Donahue, Thomas J. Gillespie, Colleen D. Gornick, Susanna F. Koubek, and Andrew J. Petnuch.
Donahue Family Foundation Inc is led by William J. Donahue Sr., President on every filing since 2020; 1 of 9 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
William J. Donahue Sr.
President
On filings since 2020
30 hrs/week
$81K (2023) → $88K (2024)
Gregory F. Dolan
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Susanna F. Koubek
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Thomas J. Gillespie
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Colleen D. Gornick
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Matthew B. Donahue
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andrew J. Petnuch
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark E. Murtha
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lisa J. Pierce Assistant Secretary
Assistant Treasurer
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (11)
- Former: Andrew J. Petnuch Enter (2023) — Director
- Former: Gregory F. Dolan Enter (2023) — Director
- Former: Laura P. McEvoy Exit (2023) — Director
- Former: Megan E. Donley Exit (2023) — Director
- Former: Clifford A. Barton (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Laura P. McEvoy (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Lisa J. Pierce (2020–2022) — Assistant Secretary & Assistant Treasurer
- Former: Rhodora J. Donahue (2020–2022) — Chairman & Director
- Former: Megan E. Donley (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: John O. Donley (2020) — Director
- Former: Michael J. Sickler (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $88K, to William J Donahue Sr (President).
Frequently asked questions about Donahue Family Foundation Inc
How much does Donahue Family Foundation Inc give each year?
Donahue Family Foundation Inc gave $649K across 37 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $645K across 38 grants.
What is Donahue Family Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Donahue Family Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $17,527, across 37 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Donahue Family Foundation Inc that year got $3K on average.
Where does Donahue Family Foundation Inc give grants?
Donahue Family Foundation Inc's top state is Pennsylvania, with 40% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Florida (19%) and Ohio (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were Pittsburgh, PA (9 grants), Naples, FL (6 grants), Washington, DC (3 grants) and Harrisburg, PA (2 grants).
Does Donahue Family Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Donahue Family Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (37 of 37) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Donahue Family Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Donahue Family Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Diocese of Pittsburgh ($56,000), Diocese of Toledo ($54,000) and Archdiocese of Washington ($50,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 25% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Donahue Family Foundation Inc?
Donahue Family Foundation Inc reported $1.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $748K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $81K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Donahue Family Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation states that it gives support to charitable organizations consistent with the Roman Catholic religious faith and their commitment to virtuous goals. Its 2024 grants included religious organizations such as dioceses and St. Vincent Archabbey, as well as other charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Donahue Family Foundation Inc?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Donahue Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
Donahue Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 25-1619351. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Donahue Family Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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