PFCU Charitable Foundation
PFCU Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Its 2025 filing reports 20 grants totaling $22,793, with listed grant purposes describing support for charitable causes within the local Philadelphia community.
PFCU Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: PFCU Charitable Foundation gave $23K across 20 grants in 2025 (avg $1K), mostly in Pennsylvania. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $22,793
- +242.8% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 20
- +122.2% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $1,140
- +54.2% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $191,002
- -1.3% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (91% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to PFCU Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 12800 Townsend Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154
Phone: (215) 934-3518
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who PFCU Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Beyond Literacy ($3K). Together the top 10 received $18K.
Grant Size Distribution
29 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 29 grants of 29 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 91% of grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania, 7% to recipients in Ohio, and 2% to recipients in New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 20 itemized grants.
Cities
How PFCU Charitable Foundation gives
- 20% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 247% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF 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 2024 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $7K (2024) to $23K (2025). In 2025 it made 20 grants totaling $23K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beyond Literacy Philadelphia, PA | Support Charitable Causes Within Local Philadelphia Community | $2,500 |
| Depaul USA Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA | Support Charitable Causes Within Local Philadelphia Community | $2,500 |
| Friends of Ryan Inc Philadelphia, PA | Support Charitable Causes Within Local Philadelphia Community | $2,500 |
| Johnson House Historic Site Philadelphia, PA | Support Charitable Causes Within Local Philadelphia Community | $1,750 |
| Uplift Center for Grieving Children Philadelphia, PA | Support Charitable Causes Within Local Philadelphia Community | $1,592 |
| East Mt Airy Neighbors Inc Philadelphia, PA | Support Charitable Causes Within Local Philadelphia Community | $1,500 |
| HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy Philadelphia, PA | Support Charitable Causes Within Local Philadelphia Community | $1,500 |
| National African American Male Wellness Agency Columbus, OH | Support Charitable Causes Within Local Philadelphia Community | $1,500 |
| University City District (UCD) Philadelphia, PA | Support Charitable Causes Within Local Philadelphia Community | $1,500 |
| Glen Foerd Conservation Corporation Philadelphia, PA | Support Charitable Causes Within Local Philadelphia Community | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $191,002 | $20,373 | $22,794 | $22,793 | 20 | $22,793 | $372 | $9,218 |
| 2024 | $193,423 | $200,068 | $6,650 | $6,650 | 9 | $6,650 | $68 | $8,773 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, PFCU Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $9K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants went to organizations with varied missions. For example, Beyond Literacy says its mission is to use literacy services to help learners improve their lives and meet personal and employment-related goals. Uplift Center for Grieving Children says it helps grieving children heal and grow while strengthening families, communities, and professionals’ understanding of their needs. Glen Foerd Conservation Corporation says it stewards a riverfront estate for community enjoyment and education, with inclusive experiences supporting Philadelphia’s natural and cultural ecosystems.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation made 20 grants totaling $22,793. Grants ranged from $201 to $2,500, with a median of $1,000. Among the largest were $2,500 each to Beyond Literacy, DePaul USA Philadelphia, and Friends of Ryan; $1,750 to Johnson House Historic Site; and $1,592 to Uplift Center for Grieving Children. Friends of Ryan describes itself as the official fundraising entity for Archbishop Ryan, focused on supporting the school through tuition assistance, programs, and capital improvements. Johnson House Historic Site describes itself as a historic house museum and a center for civil and social advocacy.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Patricia A Craven as president; Mary Simmons as vice president and secretary; and Joseph F McHugh Jr as treasurer.
PFCU Charitable Foundation is led by Patricia A. Craven, President on every filing since 2024; none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Patricia A. Craven
President
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joseph F. McHugh Jr.
Treasurer
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary Simmons
Vice President & Secretary
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "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 PFCU Charitable Foundation
How much does PFCU Charitable Foundation give each year?
PFCU Charitable Foundation gave $23K across 20 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $7K across 9 grants.
What is PFCU Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
PFCU Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $1,000, and its average grant was $1,140, across 20 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does PFCU Charitable Foundation give grants?
PFCU Charitable Foundation gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 91% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Ohio (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Philadelphia, PA (17 grants).
Does PFCU Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 20 grants with a stated purpose on PFCU Charitable Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are PFCU Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
PFCU Charitable Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Beyond Literacy ($2,500), Depaul USA Philadelphia ($2,500) and Friends of Ryan Inc ($2,500), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 33% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is PFCU Charitable Foundation?
PFCU Charitable Foundation reported $191K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $23K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $9K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does PFCU Charitable Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants went to organizations with varied missions. For example, Beyond Literacy says its mission is to use literacy services to help learners improve their lives and meet personal and employment-related goals. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from PFCU Charitable Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is PFCU Charitable Foundation's EIN?
PFCU Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-4646660. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Does PFCU Charitable Foundation 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.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS July 21, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS April 13, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2024–2025
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