Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc
Pennsylvania Environmental Council (PEC), based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a public charity that works to protect and restore natural and built environments. Its work includes trails and outdoor recreation, water resources, air and climate, and environmental policy. PEC also administers grant and award programs on behalf of public and nonprofit partners.
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc at a glance
In short: Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc gave $477K across 43 grants in 2025 (avg $11K), mostly in Pennsylvania. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $477,404
- +61.2% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 43
- +65.4% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $11,102
- -2.6% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $9,759
- Total assets
- $6,679,487
- +44.4% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (91% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 810 River Avenue Suite 201, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Phone: (412) 481-9400
Website: https://pecpa.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
20 open opportunities from Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc
Circuit Trails Coalition Community Grant Program
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Cycling Activation in PA Mini Grants
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Cycling Activation Mini Grant Program
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc
Amount
US $1,000 - US $15,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Delaware River City Corp DBA Riverfront North Partnership ($42K). Together the top 10 received $215K.
Grant Size Distribution
98 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 98 grants of 98 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
PEC describes work across Pennsylvania. In 2025, 91% of its grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania and 9% to recipients in New Jersey. Its 2025 grants included recipients in both states.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 43 itemized grants.
Cities
How Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2025). 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 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $29K (2022) to $477K (2025). In 2025 it made 43 grants totaling $477K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware River City Corp DBA Riverfront North Partnership Philadelphia, PA | Riverfront North Partnership | $42,000 |
| Healing Through the Land (Fiscal Sponsor in Color Birding Club) Royersford, PA | Healing Through the Land | $34,500 |
| She Is Focused Community Inc Collingdale, PA | She Is Focused and Fit | $34,500 |
| Let's Go Outdoors Cheltenham, PA | Let's Go Outdoors | $33,000 |
| Imable Foundation Wyomissing, PA | Ride without limits: im able's adaptive athletes and rally point riders | $13,337 |
| Camden Greenways Lawnside, NJ | Programming and a sense of welcome in camden's greenways | $12,000 |
| East Trenton Collaborative (Urbanpromise Trenton) Trenton, NJ | Using quick-build traffic calming and placemaking strategies to support safe and welcoming trail access in east trenton, nj | $12,000 |
| Outdoor Equity Alliance West Windsor, NJ | Bridge revitalization for enhanced access to circuit trails (trenton, nj) | $12,000 |
| Youth Development United (DBA Chester Upland Youth Soccer) Media, PA | Inspiring Ambassadors for the Circuit Trails | $12,000 |
| 9TH Street Youth & Community Center Chester, PA | 9TH Street Youth & Community Environmental Youth Corp | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The 2025 filing narrative reports $1,438,235 in consultant and subcontractor expenses, mostly classified as program-service expenses.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,679,487 | $7,028,382 | $5,190,917 | $477,404 | 43 | $78,161 |
| 2024 | $4,627,062 | $4,410,374 | $4,553,279 | $296,241 | 26 | $129,919 |
| 2023 | $5,311,665 | $3,902,381 | $4,640,113 | $206,828 | 16 | $34,127 |
| 2022 | $5,790,814 | $5,018,527 | $4,173,520 | $29,442 | 4 | $19,176 |
| 2021 | $4,311,796 | $4,320,615 | $3,541,232 | $93,456 | 9 | $6,539 |
| 2020 | $3,594,417 | $3,208,567 | $3,768,289 | $154,921 | 18 | $25,801 |
| 2019 | $3,877,882 | $4,164,099 | $3,806,565 | $109,621 | 14 | $18,629 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
PEC’s mission is to protect and restore the natural and built environments through innovation, collaboration, education, and advocacy, and to improve quality of life for Pennsylvanians through partnerships.
Its program areas include supporting regional trail networks and water trails; protecting and restoring water resources; addressing decarbonization, energy reliability, and resiliency; and working with Pennsylvania legislators on environmental and conservation policies. Its website lists grant and award programs involving trail organizations, the Circuit Trails, cycling, conservation landscapes, water trails, drinking water, and waterway access.
The 2025 grants show support for organizations working in outdoor access, trails, environmental education, and conservation. For example, Delaware River City Corporation describes its mission as completing and sustaining a riverfront trail and parks that connect urban residents to nature. The IM ABLE Foundation says it works to remove barriers to physical activity for people affected by disabilities. Stroud Water Research Center describes its work as advancing knowledge of stream and river ecosystems and promoting public understanding of freshwater ecology.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, PEC reported 43 grants totaling $477,404. Awards ranged from $5,075 to $42,000, with a median of $9,759. The largest reported grants included $42,000 to Delaware River City Corp. DBA Riverfront North Partnership for Riverfront North Partnership; $34,500 to Healing Through the Land for Healing Through the Land; $34,500 to She Is Focused Community Inc. for She Is Focused and Fit; and $33,000 to Let’s Go Outdoors for Let’s Go Outdoors.
Other examples include $13,337 to the IM ABLE Foundation for an adaptive-athlete and rider program; $12,000 each to Camden Greenways, East Trenton Collaborative, Outdoor Equity Alliance, and Youth Development United for projects involving greenways, trail access, trail bridges, and trail ambassadors; and $10,000 each to 9th Street Youth & Community Center, Disability Pride PA, and Endless Mountains for youth and outdoor-recreation projects.
PEC’s website lists multiple grant and award programs administered for partners. A Circuit Trails Coalition Community Grant Program listing describes mini-grants for community initiatives related to Circuit Trails development and active transportation, with a Pennsylvania geographic scope. The website also announced a 2026–2027 Pocono Forests and Waters Conservation Landscape Mini Grant cycle, with eligible projects in Carbon, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, and Wayne counties. That cycle’s May 4, 2026 application deadline has passed. A separate 2026 announcement describes a Capacity Building for Trail Organizations program for eligible organizations and public institutions in specified northeastern Pennsylvania counties; the available announcement does not provide a deadline in the supplied information. PEC’s grants page directs applicants to its application portal for programs accepting applications.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Carol McCabe as chair, Andrew Place as treasurer, and Hannah Hardy as secretary. It also lists Larry Silver on the development committee, Seth Cooley on the policy committee, and John Hines, Tom Fort, Robert McKinstry Jr., Alexandra Chiaruttini, and Catherine Harper as directors.
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc is led by Thomas Gilbert, President on every filing since 2024; 6 of 21 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Thomas Gilbert
President
On filings since 2024
35 hrs/week
$176K (2024) → $187K (2025)
Carol McCabe
Chair
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Hines
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert McKinstry Jr.
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tom Fort
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alexandra Chiaruttini
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andrew Williams
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andrew Pitz
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Catherine Harper
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jane Rowan
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Katie Pittelli
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Janet Sweeney
Vice President
On filings since 2019
35 hrs/week
$71K (2019) → $96K (2025)
John Walliser
Senior Vice President, Legal & Governm
Senior Vice President, Legal & Government Affairs → Senior Vice President, Legal & Governm, 2020
On filings since 2019
35 hrs/week
$108K (2019) → $156K (2025)
Patrick Starr
Executive Vice President
On filings since 2019
35 hrs/week
$122K (2019) → $151K (2025)
Megan Marrangoni
Vice President of Operations
On filings since 2022
35 hrs/week
$11K (2022) → $138K (2025)
Brett Hollern
Vice President
On filings since 2024
35 hrs/week
$89K (2024) → $93K (2025)
Larry Silver
Development Committee
Director → Development Committee, 2023
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Seth Cooley
Policy Commitee
Director → Policy Commitee, 2023
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sue Wilson
Vice Chair
Director → Secretary, 2020
Secretary → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Hannah Hardy
Secretary & Program Committee
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andrew Place
Treasurer
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (7)
- Former: Charles Day Dilks (2019–2024) — Finance Committee
- Former: Jim Lang (2019–2024) — Director
- Former: Davitt Woodwell (2019–2023) — President
- Former: Jolene Chinchilli (2019–2023) — Vice Chair
- Former: Ron Slavonic (2019–2022) — Senior Vice President, Finance & Administrator
- Former: David Gallogly (2019–2020) — Secretary
- Former: Gary Brown (2019–2020) — Treasurer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $187K, to Thomas Gilbert (President). 6 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc
How much does Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc give each year?
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc gave $477K across 43 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $296K across 26 grants.
What is Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc's typical grant size?
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc's median grant in 2025 was $9,759, and its average grant was $11,102, across 43 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc give grants?
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 91% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was New Jersey (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Philadelphia, PA (4 grants), Cheltenham, PA (2 grants), Media, PA (2 grants) and Trenton, NJ (2 grants).
Does Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 43 grants with a stated purpose on Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc's largest grantees?
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc's largest 2025 grantees include Delaware River City Corp DBA Riverfront North Partnership ($42,000), Healing Through the Land (Fiscal Sponsor in Color Birding Club) ($34,500) and She Is Focused Community Inc ($34,500), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 23% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc?
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc reported $6.7M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $7.0M.
What does Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc fund?
PEC’s mission is to protect and restore the natural and built environments through innovation, collaboration, education, and advocacy, and to improve quality of life for Pennsylvanians through partnerships. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc?
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check pecpa.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc's EIN?
Pennsylvania Environmental Council Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7286159. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS June 24, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS August 4, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 11, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS August 28, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 18, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS July 10, 2020)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 20, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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