Pfundt Foundation
The Pfundt Foundation is a private foundation based in Trevose, Pennsylvania. In filing year 2025, it gave $249,163 through 27 grants, with 97% of grant dollars going to recipients in Pennsylvania.
Pfundt Foundation at a glance
In short: Pfundt Foundation gave $249K across 27 grants in 2025 (avg $9K), mostly in Pennsylvania. 22% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $249,163
- +15.8% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 27
- +12.5% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $9,228
- +2.9% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Total assets
- $4,297,515
- -2.5% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 22% first-time grantees (6 of 27, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (97% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Pfundt Foundation
- How to Apply
-
Send any written materials to Lauren P. Meyer. The filing lists no application deadline or restrictions on awards.
- Contact
Application contact: Lauren P Meyer
Mailing address: C/O Foundation 1722 Brownsville, Road, Trevose, PA 19053
Phone: (215) 357-0330
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Pfundt Foundation
Who Pfundt Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Bucks County Playhouse Theater Inc ($53K). Together the top 10 received $238K.
Grant Size Distribution
102 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 93 grants of 102 (91%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant dollars in 2025 went primarily to Pennsylvania recipients (97%). New Jersey and New York each received 1%; California and Florida each accounted for 0% as reported.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 27 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Pfundt Foundation open to new grantees?
22%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 6 of 27 grantees (22%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $11K. How we count
Medians: $512 first-time, $2K repeat.
- 74% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 61% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 106% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2025). 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 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $155K (2022) to $249K (2025). In 2025 it made 27 grants totaling $249K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bucks County Playhouse Theater Inc New Hope, PA | Charitable | $53,000 |
| Washington Crossing Council BSA Doylestown, PA | Charitable | $50,500 |
| River Crossing YMCA Doylestown, PA | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Bucks County Herald Foundation Doylestown, PA | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Heritage Conservancy Doylestown, PA | Charitable | $25,000 |
| James a Michener Art Museum Doylestown, PA | Charitable | $13,500 |
| Bucks County SPCA Lahaska, PA | Charitable | $5,500 |
| A Womans Place Doylestown, PA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church Bryn Mawr, PA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Franklin Institute Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $5,000 |
Ready to take the next step with Pfundt Foundation?
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 | $4,297,515 | $167,874 | $279,473 | $249,163 | 27 | $254,174 | $142,498 | $240,034 |
| 2024 | $4,409,114 | $57,247 | $244,754 | $215,250 | 24 | $220,027 | $82,361 | $225,803 |
| 2023 | $4,596,621 | $-169,294 | $261,848 | $208,850 | 23 | $208,850 | $94,761 | $212,746 |
| 2022 | $5,027,763 | $1,752,441 | $188,811 | $154,701 | 16 | $154,701 | $1,721,660 | $212,193 |
| 2021 | $3,464,133 | $137,631 | $244,969 | $202,903 | 12 | — | $101,183 | $243,660 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Pfundt Foundation reported a distributable amount of $240K 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 is provided. The grantees’ own descriptions show the range of organizations supported: Heritage Conservancy describes its work as preserving open spaces, natural resources, and historic heritage; the Bucks County Herald Foundation says it supports local journalism; and the James A. Michener Art Museum describes collecting and exhibiting art and promoting the region’s artistic and cultural heritage. A Woman’s Place says it works toward safety in relationships and the ability of all individuals to thrive.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation made 27 grants totaling $249,163. Grants ranged from $25 to $53,000, with a median of $1,000. The largest awards included $53,000 to Bucks County Playhouse Theater, $50,500 to Washington Crossing Council BSA, and $50,000 to River Crossing YMCA. Other notable grants were $25,000 each to Bucks County Herald Foundation and Heritage Conservancy, and $13,500 to the James A. Michener Art Museum.
The foundation’s 2023 filing states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It lists Lauren P. Meyer as the contact for applications, accepts materials in any written form, sets no deadline, and lists no restrictions on awards.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Lauren P. Meyer as director and William N. Pfundt as manager.
Pfundt Foundation's 2025 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Lauren P. Meyer
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
William N. Pfundt
Manager
Director → Manager, 2024
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: G. Nelson Pfundt (2021–2023) — Manager
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "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 Pfundt Foundation
How much does Pfundt Foundation give each year?
Pfundt Foundation gave $249K across 27 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $215K across 24 grants.
What is Pfundt Foundation's typical grant size?
Pfundt Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $1,000, and its average grant was $9,228, across 27 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Pfundt Foundation that year got $3K on average.
Where does Pfundt Foundation give grants?
Pfundt Foundation gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 97% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Doylestown, PA (6 grants), New Hope, PA (2 grants), Philadelphia, PA (2 grants) and New York City, NY (2 grants).
Does Pfundt Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 27 grants with a stated purpose on Pfundt Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (27 grants).
Who are Pfundt Foundation's largest grantees?
Pfundt Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Bucks County Playhouse Theater Inc ($53,000), Washington Crossing Council BSA ($50,500) and River Crossing YMCA ($50,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 62% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Pfundt Foundation?
Pfundt Foundation reported $4.3M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $254K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $240K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Pfundt Foundation fund?
No mission statement is provided. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Pfundt Foundation?
Send any written materials to Lauren P. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Pfundt Foundation's EIN?
Pfundt Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-6442007. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS January 10, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 22, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS December 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS December 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS January 6, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Pfundt Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in Pennsylvania
Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation Inc
Princeton, NJ
The Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation supports health access and stronger health systems, with a focus on adult and pediatric cancers, blood disorders, brain health, and clinical-trial participation in the United States, Brazil, India, and ten Sub-Saharan African countries. In 2024, its median grant was about $134,000, though awards varied widely; it does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests, and advises prospective applicants to contact the Foundation about its process.
Assets
$83.3M
Grants
144
Total Given
$67.7M
The Pittsburgh Foundation
Pittsburgh, PA
The Pittsburgh Foundation funds nonprofits working in basic needs, equity and social justice, environmental action, arts and culture, and economic mobility, with most opportunities for organizations in Allegheny County or primarily serving its residents. Its 2024 grants had a median amount of about $18,600, though awards varied widely. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$1.5B
Grants
1,132
Total Given
$64.0M
The William Penn Foundation
Philadelphia, PA
The William Penn Foundation funds arts and culture, children and families, civic participation, the environment and public spaces, and workforce training, primarily in the Philadelphia region. Its 2024 median grant was $50,000, though awards varied widely. It accepts unsolicited requests through limited open applications and invites letters of inquiry from public charities.
Assets
$3.4B
Grants
1,027
Total Given
$148.8M
Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation
Coraopolis, PA
DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation primarily funds youth sports participation in under-resourced communities, including equipment, registration costs and facilities, and also supports outdoor access and education. Its 2025 grants ranged from $626 to $2.5 million, with a median of $5,000, and Sports Matter funding has reached all 50 states. Sports Matter opportunities are by invitation only; the foundation says 501(c)(3) grant requests should be submitted in writing.
Assets
$34.5M
Grants
964
Total Given
$18.0M
Hillman Family Foundations
Pittsburgh, PA
The 18 independently operated foundations support projects in areas such as arts and culture, health, education, economic development, and community improvement, with a preference for Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania; each foundation has its own geographic focus. In 2024, grants ranged from $75 to $5 million, with a median of $20,000. The 2024 filing says unsolicited requests are accepted, beginning with a brief letter of intent through the online portal.
Assets
$1.9B
Grants
814
Total Given
$88.8M
Pidc Financing Corporation
Philadelphia, PA
PIDC Financing Corporation administers Pennsylvania business loans for real estate, leasehold improvements, and equipment, as well as partner-funded grants for Philadelphia economic, cultural, civic, historical, storefront, and stormwater projects. Its 2024 filing reports no grants, so no typical giving level is stated; grant partners select recipients, and the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.
Assets
$6.7M
Grants
774
Total Given
$16.4M
More similar funders
More Funders in Pennsylvania
Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Pfundt Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 13, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/pfundt-foundation-morg_fdfb35c4bd69441382acd5604cc86133
BibTeX
@misc{grantable_236442007_2026,
author = {{Grantable}},
title = {{Pfundt Foundation funder profile}},
howpublished = {GrantGraph},
year = {2026},
url = {https://grantable.co/funders/pfundt-foundation-morg_fdfb35c4bd69441382acd5604cc86133},
note = {Accessed 2026-10-13. Data licensed CC BY 4.0}
}The figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0: reuse them with credit to Grantable and a link. Download the data.
Figures come from Pfundt Foundation's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Pfundt Foundation down — hundreds of funders to go?