Philanthropitch
Philanthropitch is an Austin, Texas public charity that ran a social impact fast-pitch competition, giving nonprofit organizations a platform to present ideas and access to human and financial capital. Its 2022 filing is marked as a final return, and the filing states that the organization had no remaining assets before dissolution; it therefore appears to have wound down.
Philanthropitch at a glance
In short: Philanthropitch gave $644K across 28 grants in 2022 (avg $23K), mostly in Texas. 100% of 2022 grantees were new. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $643,787
- +38.1% vs 2021
- Grants made (2022)
- 28
- +27.3% vs 2021
- Average grant
- $22,992
- +8.5% vs 2021
- Median grant
- $19,218
- New grantees (estimate)
- 100% first-time grantees (28 of 28, 2022)
- Primary geography
- Texas (57% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2022; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Philanthropitch
- Contact
Mailing address: 1023 Springdale Road 1J, Austin, TX 78721
Phone: (512) 905-4223
Website: https://philanthropitch.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Philanthropitch funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was Earn-a-Bike ($59K). Together the top 10 received $377K.
Grant Size Distribution
70 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 66 grants of 70 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2022 grants went to recipients in Texas (57% of grant dollars), Ohio (25%), Pennsylvania (11%), New Jersey (2%), and California (2%). The funder’s website identifies Austin and Atlanta application locations, and its Austin page describes the competition as focused on local challenges.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 28 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Philanthropitch open to new grantees?
100%
first-time grantees, 2022
In 2022, 28 of 28 grantees (100%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $23K. How we count
- 0% of 2022 grantees were also funded in 2021. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2022). 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 2020 to 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $401K (2020) to $644K (2022). In 2022 it made 28 grants totaling $644K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Earn-a-Bike San Antonio, TX | Promote active and healthy living by increasing access to bicycles, promoting safe and bike-friendly environments, and empowering people with the knowledge and skills to make a lifestyle out of cycling. | $59,000 |
| Columbus Fashion Alliance Columbus, OH | Move fashion forward and enhance columbus' culture into one that equips, fosters and supports emerging fashion creatives, entrepreneurs and brands. | $57,665 |
| Beyond the Bars Philadelphia, PA | Provide musical outlets and instruction to youth who have been affected by the incarceration system in any way | $43,756 |
| Elevate Northland Columbus, OH | Uplift People of Diverse Backgrounds and Create Opportunities | $37,629 |
| The Junior League of Austin Inc Austin, TX | Advance womens leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. | $34,594 |
| Sunrise Homeless Navigation Center Austin, TX | Offer pathways to housing for people experiencing homelessness through low-barrier access to wraparound services by providing innovative, trauma-informed, and person-centered programming that engages our communities and leads system-wide transformation. | $30,606 |
| Black Professionals Alliance of Austin Austin, TX | Create a supportive network that champions diversity, provides career advancement resources, and advocates for equality. | $30,463 |
| Galvestons Own Farmers Market Inc Galveston, TX | Build and sustain a local food community through a vibrant, producers-only marketplace, improved food access, and educational programming | $30,396 |
| Wild Goose Creative Incorporated Columbus, OH | Make the arts available to all people, including those with physical and mental disabilities. | $27,649 |
| Woodlawn Theatre San Antonio, TX | Sustain the tradition of theatre while contributing to the lives of local artists, and to enrich the community by encouraging people of all ages to participate in the arts. | $25,100 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The filing reports assets of $128,369 in 2021 and $44,164 in 2020. It also states that Philanthropitch had no remaining assets before dissolution and that credit balances were satisfied through contributions from related organizations and other donors.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $1,459,638 | $1,423,734 | $643,787 | 28 | $-145 |
| 2021 | $128,369 | $996,373 | $991,959 | $466,245 | 22 | — |
| 2020 | $44,164 | $826,882 | $896,435 | $400,975 | 20 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
In its filing, Philanthropitch says its mission is to improve the lives of underserved people by strengthening philanthropic activity and increasing giving in support of social enterprise. Its program description says that participating nonprofits pitch innovative ideas to judges and audience members, with winners receiving cash prizes to help implement their ideas.
Its 2022 grantees included organizations working in varied areas. For example, Beyond the Bars describes itself as a student-driven, community-based music and career-planning program supporting youth affected by violence. The Junior League of Austin says its mission is to advance women’s leadership through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. Lone Star Justice Alliance says it addresses systemic failures in the justice system through advocacy and programs intended to improve outcomes for youth and emerging adults.
Grantmaking
In 2022, Philanthropitch reported 28 grants totaling $643,787. Grant amounts ranged from $7,790 to $59,000, with a median of $19,218. Other reported grant totals were $466,245 across 22 grants in 2021 and $400,975 across 20 grants in 2020.
Among the largest 2022 awards were $59,000 to EARN-A-BIKE in San Antonio, for work promoting active, healthy living and bicycle access; $57,665 to Columbus Fashion Alliance, to support emerging fashion creatives, entrepreneurs, and brands; and $43,756 to Beyond the Bars in Philadelphia, for music and instruction for youth affected by the incarceration system. Other notable awards included $37,629 to Elevate Northland in Columbus and $34,594 to the Junior League of Austin.
The funder’s website describes an application process involving an online application and a brief call or meeting with its team. It says eligible organizations must be established 501(c)(3) organizations based in a Philanthropitch city, have an innovative solution to a community need, and have a clear vision and initial plan to grow a program or service; special consideration is given to sustainability planning. The website states that applications for Austin and Atlanta are closed. No deadline is stated.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2022 filing lists Lisa Wilson Graham as president and the following directors: Brendan Mullen, David Ahlquist, Elizabeth Henneke, Felipe Vega, Gregory Gibson, Heather Venard, John Antonelli, Tala Matchett, and Cary Hanosek.
Philanthropitch is led by Katie Hall, Executive Director on every filing since 2021; 1 of 16 officers listed in 2022 is compensated.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Katie Hall
Executive Director
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$129K (2022)
Lisa Wilson Graham
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brendan Mullen
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Ahlquist
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Henneke
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Felipe Vega
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gregory Gibson
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Heather Venard
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Antonelli
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tala Matchett
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cary Hanosek
Director
New on the 2022 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Charles Woodin
Director
New on the 2022 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Josh Rickel
Director
New on the 2022 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Julie Bedingfield
Director
New on the 2022 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rachael Burnett
Director
New on the 2022 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Barbara Daniels
CFO
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Dan Graham (2020–2021) — Secretary
- Former: Dominique Goss (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Marissa Epstein (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Georgia Thompson (2020) — Executive Director & CEO
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2022 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2022 filing was $129K, to Katie Hall (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Philanthropitch
How much does Philanthropitch give each year?
Philanthropitch gave $644K across 28 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990. In 2021 it gave $466K across 22 grants.
What is Philanthropitch's typical grant size?
Philanthropitch's median grant in 2022 was $19,218, and its average grant was $22,992, across 28 grants on its 2022 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Philanthropitch that year got $23K on average.
Where does Philanthropitch give grants?
Philanthropitch gives mostly in Texas: 57% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2022 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were Ohio (25%) and Pennsylvania (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Austin, TX (10 grants), San Antonio, TX (5 grants), Columbus, OH (4 grants) and Philadelphia, PA (3 grants).
Does Philanthropitch give general operating support?
Not in 2022: none of the 28 grants with a stated purpose on Philanthropitch's 2022 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
Who are Philanthropitch's largest grantees?
Philanthropitch's largest 2022 grantees include Earn-a-Bike ($59,000), Columbus Fashion Alliance ($57,665) and Beyond the Bars ($43,756), according to its 2022 IRS Form 990. Together they received 25% of its itemized 2022 grant dollars.
What does Philanthropitch fund?
In its filing, Philanthropitch says its mission is to improve the lives of underserved people by strengthening philanthropic activity and increasing giving in support of social enterprise. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Philanthropitch?
Philanthropitch has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check philanthropitch.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Philanthropitch's EIN?
Philanthropitch's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-1374280. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 10, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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