Penn Treaty Special Service District
Penn Treaty Special Services District (PTSSD) is a nonprofit, private foundation based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Established in 2009, it operates as an independent entity formed through a Community Benefits Agreement with Rivers Casino (formerly SugarHouse Casino). The organization was created by volunteers from four neighboring communities to serve residents through charitable grants and sponsorships.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$893K
+6.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$953K
-15.1% YoY
Grant Count
50
-19.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$19K
+5.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To empower community organizations of the District in the creation and maintenance of programs and projects that benefit residents of the Special Services District through charitable grants and sponsorships.
Funding Areas: The organization supports a diverse range of community needs, including:
- Parks and greening
- Education
- Sports and recreation
- Arts and culture
- Infrastructure
- Human services
- Philanthropy and voluntarism
Grantmaking
Penn Treaty Special Services District processes grant and sponsorship applications on a first-come, first-served basis, with three grants and five sponsorships considered per month.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Penn Treaty Special Services District primarily serves four neighborhoods in Philadelphia:
- Fishtown
- Northern Liberties
- Olde Richmond
- South Kensington
Grant-making also extends to Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Iowa.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Giving (2023):
- Total assets: $840,000
- Revenue: $1.07 million
- Expenses: $1.17 million
- Total liabilities: $0
Assets (2024):
- Total assets: $892,571
Tax Status: 501(c)(3) organization; tax-exempt since July 2010. Donations are tax-deductible.
EIN: 27-0368388
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $892,571 | $840,215 | $936,388 |
| Revenue | $1,041,034 | $1,069,534 | $1,007,201 |
| Expenses | $994,179 | $1,165,707 | $1,228,288 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| 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
225 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Penn Treaty Special Service District
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Northern Liberties Na ($81,457), Fishtown Neighbors Association ($72,900), St Laurents School ($54,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| FISHTOWN ATHLETIC CLUB PHILADELPHIA, PA | NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT | $50,000 |
| ART WELL PHILADELPHIA, PA | NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT | $3,500 |
| ART SPHERE INC PHILADELPHIA, PA | NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT | $46,000 |
| 12 PLUS PHILADELPHIA, PA | NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT | $50,000 |
| CFEVA PHILADELPHIA, PA | NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT | $3,500 |
| AZZIM DUKES INITIATIVE PHILADELPHIA, PA | NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT | $7,000 |
| BLACK REBEL NOMADS PHILADELPHIA, PA | NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT | $3,500 |
| FISHTOWN KENSINGTON AREA BID PHILADELPHIA, PA | NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT | $30,500 |
| FISHTOWN NEIGHBORS ASSOCIATION PHILADELPHIA, PA | NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT | $72,900 |
| BY MY SIDE PHILADELPHIA, PA | NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT | $3,300 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| RICK ANGELI | CHAIRMAN | 5 | — |
| JULIETTE COOK | VICE CHAIRMAN | 5 | — |
| CHRISTOPHER NITTA | TREASURER | 5 | — |
| MARILYN CRUZ | Board Member | 5 | — |
| MICAH HANSON | SECRETARY | 5 | — |
| STEPHEN RICHMAN | Board Member | 5 | — |
| KAREN JAVARUSKI | Board Member | 5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Rivers Casino provides ongoing annual support to the organization. The casino has made annual $1 million contributions to Penn Treaty Special Services District as part of the Community Benefits Agreement established in 2008.
US$1 Million check presentation by Rivers Casino to Penn Treaty SSD \u2013\The organization maintains an active grant program with current opportunities available for both grant presentations and sponsorships, with the next available openings for grant presentations in June and sponsorships in April.
Sen. Pennycuick Awards Boyertown Area School District with Safety Grant -Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Penn Treaty Special Service District fund?
**Mission:** To empower community organizations of the District in the creation and maintenance of programs and projects that benefit residents of the Special Services District through charitable grants and sponsorships. **Funding Areas:** The organization supports a diverse range of community needs, including: • Parks and greening • Education • Sports and recreation • Arts and culture • Infrastructure • Human services • Philanthropy and voluntarism
How do I apply for a grant from Penn Treaty Special Service District?
Penn Treaty Special Services District processes grant and sponsorship applications on a first-come, first-served basis, with three grants and five sponsorships considered per month. **Grant Characteristics:** • Typical award range: $400–$81,457 • Total giving (2024): $951,999 **Application Process:** • Grant presentations are scheduled with openings available in June • Sponsorship applications for events must be submitted at least 30 days in advance of the scheduled event date (60 days advance …
Where does Penn Treaty Special Service District make grants?
Penn Treaty Special Services District primarily serves four neighborhoods in Philadelphia: • Fishtown • Northern Liberties • Olde Richmond • South Kensington Grant-making also extends to Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Iowa.
What size grants does Penn Treaty Special Service District award?
In 2024, Penn Treaty Special Service District awarded 50 grants totaling $953K — an average of about $19K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Penn Treaty Special Service District's EIN?
Penn Treaty Special Service District's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-0368388. 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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