Mcauley Ministries
McAuley Ministries is the grant-making foundation of Pittsburgh Mercy, a health system affiliated with Trinity Health. Established in 2008, the organization was created to administer proceeds from the sale of Mercy Hospital. McAuley Ministries operates as a catalyst for change in underresourced communities, committing resources and working collaboratively to promote healthy, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$80.9M
+2.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$5.1M
-5.5% YoY
Grant Count
60
+22.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$85K
-22.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: McAuley Ministries, as a member of Pittsburgh Mercy Health System and Trinity Health, serves in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within communities.
Grant-Making Priorities:
- Capacity building
- Education
- Empowerment
- Environmental care
- Essential needs and social services
- Peacemaking
- Whole-person health initiatives
Strategic Focus: In 2022, McAuley Ministries announced a commitment to focus grantmaking on the diminishment of racism and violence in the communities it serves. This emphasis is accomplished through four pillars:
- Supporting neighbors
- Celebrating communities
- Building communities' resilience
- Uniting communities
Grantmaking
McAuley Ministries awarded grants to 27 local nonprofit organizations totaling over $2 million. Notable 2025 grants include:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
McAuley Ministries primarily focuses grant-making on three Pittsburgh neighborhoods historically served by the Sisters of Mercy:
- Hill District
- Uptown
- West Oakland
The foundation also provides support to organizations in Southwestern Pennsylvania that are sponsored by or affiliated with the Sisters of Mercy.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year Ending June 2023:
- Total Assets: $78.9 million
- Total Revenue: $4,895,770
- Total Expenses: $5,770,153
- Total Liabilities: $2.62 million
Tax Status: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization; donations are tax deductible. Tax-exempt since March 1946 (EIN: 94-3436142).
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $80,913,959 | $78,899,386 | $80,808,916 |
| Revenue | $7,158,503 | $4,895,770 | $-5,200,478 |
| Expenses | $5,378,150 | $5,770,153 | $6,813,193 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $7,158,403 | $4,616,031 | $-5,318,879 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
241 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Mcauley Ministries
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Neighborhood Allies ($666,667), Early Excellence Project ($432,200), Macedonia Family and Community Enrichment Center ($227,700).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1HOOD MEDIA PITTSBURGH, PA | 1HOOD MEDIA ACADEMY | $51,000 |
| 412 FOOD RESCUE INC PITTSBURGH, PA | FOOD RECOVERY OPERATIONS | $25,500 |
| A SCHOOLS PITTSBURGHS COMMUNITY ALLIANCE FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION PITTSBURGH, PA | COORDINATING COMMUNITY | $61,000 |
| ACCULTURATION FOR JUSTICE ACCESS & PEACE OUTREACH (AJAPO) PITTSBURGH, PA | URGENT NEED OF RESOURCES TO AVOID HOMELESSNESS FOR 75 REFUGEE FAMILIES | $10,000 |
| ACH CLEAR PATHWAYS PITTSBURGH, PA | 2ND ANNUAL HILL DISTRICT ARTS FESTIVAL AND GENERAL SUPPORT | $104,500 |
| AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION PITTSBURGH, PA | CREATING CARDIAC EMERGENCY RESPONSE READINESS IN THE HILL DISTRICT | $20,400 |
| BETHEL-TRINITY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PITTSBURGH, PA | INITIATING BETHEL-TRINITY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION | $25,500 |
| BIKE PITTSBURGH INC PITTSBURGH, PA | OPEN STREETS PGH | $50,000 |
| BLACK POLITICAL EMPOWERMENT PITTSBURGH, PA | CIVIC ENGAGEMENT, RACIAL EQUITY AND ANTI-VIOLENCE | $25,500 |
| BLIND AND VISION REHABILITATION SERVICES OF PITTSBURGH PITTSBURGH, PA | ADVANCED SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND BLIND OR VISION IMPAIRED INDIVIDUALS | $102,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Executive Director: Marisol Valentin
Contact Information:
- Address: 3333 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
- Phone: 412-578-6223
- Email: MValentin@mcauleyministries.org
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANTONIO BELTRAN | DIRECTOR; PRESIDENT & CEO | 5 | — |
| ERIC BARLEY | CFO AND TREASURER THROUGH 9/23 | 2 | — |
| MARISOL VALENTIN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | — |
| EMMA LUCAS-DARBY PHD | DIRECTOR, CHAIR THROUGH 12/23 | 1 | — |
| SUSAN WELSH RSM | DIRECTOR; CHAIR AS OF 1/24 | 1 | — |
| PATRICIA MCCANN RSM | DIRECTOR; VICE CHAIR THROUGH 12/23 | 1 | — |
| THELMA LOVETTE MORRIS | DIRECTOR; VICE CHAIR AS OF 1/24 | 1 | — |
| DIANE MATJE RSM | DIRECTOR, SECRETARY THROUGH 12/23 | 1 | — |
| TIA BAKER | DIRECTOR; SECRETARY AS OF 1/24 | 1 | — |
| SHEILA CARNEY RSM | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| BONNIE HEH RSM | DIRECTOR THROUGH 12/23 | 1 | — |
| KATHLEEN MCGRADY SC | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| HOWARD SLAUGHTER JR | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JUDITH STOJHOVIC RSM | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MICAELA YOUNG | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| JEREMIAH DODRILL | TREASURER; CFO AS OF 2/24 | 2 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
McAuley Ministries announced the 2025 Sister Susan Welsh Good Neighbor Award honorees in January 2026, recognizing community leaders including Erikka B. Grayson and "Ms. Bee" Upsher for their contributions to neighborhood improvement and social justice.
RCPA Member McAuley Ministries Awards Over $2 Million in Grants ...The foundation celebrated 15 years of grant-making in 2024 and continues to expand its community engagement through initiatives such as the Mercy Corridor Community Directory, which serves as a resource for residents of the Hill District, Uptown, and West Oakland to access nonprofit organizations, faith-based organizations, childcare centers, and other community services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mcauley Ministries fund?
**Mission:** McAuley Ministries, as a member of Pittsburgh Mercy Health System and Trinity Health, serves in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within communities. **Grant-Making Priorities:** • Capacity building • Education • Empowerment • Environmental care • Essential needs and social services • Peacemaking • Whole-person health initiatives **Strategic Focus:** In 2022, McAuley Ministries announced a commitment to focus grantmaking on the diminishme…
How do I apply for a grant from Mcauley Ministries?
**Grant Scale:** McAuley Ministries awards approximately $3.5 million in grants annually, making it one of the largest philanthropic foundations in Southwestern Pennsylvania. **Historical Impact:** Since its founding in 2008, the foundation has awarded 975 grants and community support totaling over $56 million. **Recent Grant Activity (2025):** McAuley Ministries awarded grants to 27 local nonprofit organizations totaling over $2 million. Notable 2025 grants include: • 1Hood Media: $204,000 for…
Where does Mcauley Ministries make grants?
McAuley Ministries primarily focuses grant-making on three Pittsburgh neighborhoods historically served by the Sisters of Mercy: • Hill District • Uptown • West Oakland The foundation also provides support to organizations in Southwestern Pennsylvania that are sponsored by or affiliated with the Sisters of Mercy.
What size grants does Mcauley Ministries award?
In 2024, Mcauley Ministries awarded 60 grants totaling $5.1M — an average of about $85K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Mcauley Ministries's EIN?
Mcauley Ministries's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 94-3436142. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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