Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc
Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Its charter directs support to people with vision impairments, youth, and people in need in Lycoming County, as well as capital needs of local nonprofits serving county residents.
Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc gave $347K across 19 grants in 2024 (avg $18K), mostly in Pennsylvania. 12% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $346,824
- +2.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 19
- +35.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $18,254
- -24.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $6,940,143
- +3.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 12% first-time grantees (2 of 17, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (100% 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 Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. It states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 202 East 3Rd Street, Williamsport, PA 17701
Phone: (570) 419-1607
Website: https://harryplankenhornfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was North Central Sight Servi ($127K). Together the top 10 received $319K.
Grant Size Distribution
88 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 80 grants of 88 (91%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation states that it supports qualified 501(c)(3) organizations that serve only residents of Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. All 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 19 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
12%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 2 of 17 grantees (12%) were first-time recipients. With only 17 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $23K. How we count
Medians: $3K first-time, $8K repeat.
- 53% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−10%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 94% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. 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 $340K (2023) to $426K (2022). In 2024 it made 19 grants totaling $347K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Central Sight Servi Williamsport, PA | Events for Blind | $126,750 |
| American Rescue Workers Williamsport, PA | Program/Project Support | $56,000 |
| Shepherd of the Streets Williamsport, PA | Annual Contribution | $40,000 |
| Step Inc Williamsport, PA | Donation for New Vehicle | $25,000 |
| River Valley YMCA Williamsport, PA | Program Support | $20,000 |
| Sojourner Truth Ministries Williamsport, PA | Project/Program Support | $12,969 |
| Salvation Army Williamsport, PA | Program Support | $10,000 |
| James V Brown Library Williamsport, PA | Computer, Books, and Building Repair | $7,915 |
| New Covenant United Church of Chris Williamsport, PA | Building Repairs | $6,990 |
| Dwell Orphan Care Williamsport, PA | Program Support | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The foundation’s filing type is Form 990-PF.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,940,143 | $631,448 | $389,040 | $346,824 | 19 | $351,332 | $598,372 | $375,333 |
| 2023 | $6,697,735 | $348,826 | $377,665 | $339,616 | 14 | $342,505 | $318,154 | $353,452 |
| 2022 | $6,726,574 | $268,926 | $471,529 | $425,843 | 19 | $427,808 | $237,565 | $376,788 |
| 2021 | $6,929,177 | $1,135,521 | $424,515 | $384,480 | 15 | $386,002 | $1,098,461 | $384,967 |
| 2020 | $6,218,171 | $336,842 | $416,024 | $367,771 | 21 | — | $306,304 | $366,080 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $375K 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’s stated focus includes improving quality of life for people in Lycoming County who are legally blind or have vision problems, including support for programs that screen children for vision problems. It also supports youth and people in need, including summer camps, after-school programs, and programs that feed and nurture children. Its charter also provides for help with local nonprofits’ capital needs.
Its 2024 grantees included organizations with varied missions. James V Brown Library describes itself as a free public library serving Williamsport and providing resources for community learning and enjoyment, with a particular responsibility to help children discover reading. Susquehanna Valley CASA says it promotes advocacy for abused and neglected children. Firetree Place describes programs and activities for youth, families, and seniors, while Camp Susque says it provides Christian summer camps and retreats.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation reported 19 grants totaling $346,824. Grant amounts ranged from $1,200 to $126,750, with a median of $5,000.
The largest reported grants included $126,750 to North Central Sight Servi for events for blind people; $56,000 to American Rescue Workers for program/project support; $40,000 to Shepherd of the Streets as an annual contribution; $25,000 to STEP Inc for a new vehicle; and $20,000 to River Valley YMCA for program support. Other grants included $12,969 to Sojourner Truth Ministries, $10,000 to Salvation Army, $7,915 to James V Brown Library, and $5,000 each to Dwell Orphan Care, Penn College Foundation, and Susquehanna Valley CASA.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Charles F Greevy III as president, Rachelle Abbott as secretary, Mark A Huffman as director, Andy Gerrity as treasurer, J Michael Wiley as vice president, and Reverend Bradley Walmer, Carole J Smith, Sandy Spencer, Elizabeth Butterfield, and Charles F Greevy IV EDD as directors.
Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc is led by Charles F. Greevy III, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 13 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Charles F. Greevy III
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Carole J. Smith
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Butterfield
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Mark A. Huffman
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Reverend Bradley Walmer
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Sandy Spencer
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Charles F. Greevy IV EdD
Director
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Mike Maneval
Director
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Nicoya Frey Catino
Director
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Rick Armstead
Director
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Andy Gerrity
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
J. Michael Wiley
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Rachelle Abbott
Secretary
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Phillip D. Landers (2020–2021) — Treasurer
- Former: Todd Nagy (2020–2021) — 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.
Frequently asked questions about Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc
How much does Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc give each year?
Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc gave $347K across 19 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $340K across 14 grants.
What is Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $18,254, across 19 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc that year got $3K on average.
Where does Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc give grants?
Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Williamsport, PA (14 grants).
Does Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 19 grants with a stated purpose on Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Program Support" (6 grants) and "Camp Scholarships" (4 grants).
Who are Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include North Central Sight Servi ($126,750), American Rescue Workers ($56,000) and Shepherd of the Streets ($40,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 64% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc?
Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc reported $6.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $351K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $375K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated focus includes improving quality of life for people in Lycoming County who are legally blind or have vision problems, including support for programs that screen children for vision problems. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc's EIN?
Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 24-6023579. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Harry Plankenhorn 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.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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