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The Pittsburgh Foundation

Pittsburgh, PA

The Pittsburgh Foundation funds nonprofits working in basic needs, equity and social justice, environmental action, arts and culture, and economic mobility, with most opportunities for organizations in Allegheny County or primarily serving its residents. Its 2024 grants had a median amount of about $18,600, though awards varied widely. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

The Kopf Family Foundation

Pittsburgh, PA

EQT Foundation

Canonsburg, PA

The EQT Foundation funds community enrichment, education and workforce development, and environmental and arts-related work, prioritizing communities within EQT Corporation’s operating footprint, especially in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Its 2024 median grant was $10,000, though awards ranged from $100 to $800,000; it invites eligible nonprofits and institutions to apply through its website.

Proteus Foundation

Middleburg, VA

The foundation funds local charities in Highland County and Staunton, Virginia, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, as well as conservation, environmental education, scientific research, arts, scholarships, and community programs; its 2025 grants ranged from $5,000 to $100,000, with a median of $5,000. It also reported grants to organizations in several other states. It accepts written requests describing the proposed purpose and established need; no deadline is stated.

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Pittsburgh, PA

The foundation supports education, youth and family services, arts, libraries, housing, and conservation, with most of its giving in Pennsylvania and additional grants in states including Virginia, North Carolina, New Jersey, and New York. In 2025, grants ranged from $1,000 to $40,000, with a median of $10,000. It gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Hillman Family Foundations

Pittsburgh, PA

The 18 independently operated foundations support projects in areas such as arts and culture, health, education, economic development, and community improvement, with a preference for Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania; each foundation has its own geographic focus. In 2024, grants ranged from $75 to $5 million, with a median of $20,000. The 2024 filing says unsolicited requests are accepted, beginning with a brief letter of intent through the online portal.

McCune Foundation PNC Bank NA

Pittsburgh, PA

The McCune Foundation funds nonprofit work in education, human services, humanities, and civic life, with a focus on community vitality and economic growth in southwestern Pennsylvania. Its 2025 grants ranged from $15,000 to $9 million, with a median of $150,000. It does not restrict giving to preselected organizations; applicants are directed to contact the foundation and consult McCune.org for application materials.

WP Snyder III Charitable Fund

Sewickley, PA

The WP Snyder III Charitable Fund supports a broad range of organizations, including arts, environmental education, conservation, research, education, and family services, primarily in Pennsylvania, with some grants to other states. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,500 to $34,900, with a median of $5,000; the filing says awards have no restrictions and gives no deadline, but does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

The William Penn Foundation

Philadelphia, PA

The William Penn Foundation funds arts and culture, children and families, civic participation, the environment and public spaces, and workforce training, primarily in the Philadelphia region. Its 2024 median grant was $50,000, though awards varied widely. It accepts unsolicited requests through limited open applications and invites letters of inquiry from public charities.

Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation

Coraopolis, PA

DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation primarily funds youth sports participation in under-resourced communities, including equipment, registration costs and facilities, and also supports outdoor access and education. Its 2025 grants ranged from $626 to $2.5 million, with a median of $5,000, and Sports Matter funding has reached all 50 states. Sports Matter opportunities are by invitation only; the foundation says 501(c)(3) grant requests should be submitted in writing.

Pidc Financing Corporation

Philadelphia, PA

PIDC Financing Corporation administers Pennsylvania business loans for real estate, leasehold improvements, and equipment, as well as partner-funded grants for Philadelphia economic, cultural, civic, historical, storefront, and stormwater projects. Its 2024 filing reports no grants, so no typical giving level is stated; grant partners select recipients, and the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.