Pine Street Foundation
Pine Street Foundation is a private foundation based in Narberth, Pennsylvania. Its 2024 filing reports 18 grants totaling $270,818 to charitable organizations, including organizations in Pennsylvania, New York, and Washington, DC.
Pine Street Foundation at a glance
In short: Pine Street Foundation gave $271K across 18 grants in 2024 (avg $15K), mostly in Pennsylvania. 11% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $270,818
- -2.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 18
- -14.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $15,045
- +14.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,090
- Total assets
- $5,508,101
- -1.3% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 11% first-time grantees (2 of 18, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (76% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Pine Street Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation’s 2024 filing states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 624, Narberth, PA 19072
Phone: (484) 429-7200
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Pine Street Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The Friendship Circle ($75K). Together the top 10 received $246K.
Grant Size Distribution
92 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 90 grants of 92 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 76% of grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania, 15% to recipients in New York, and 9% to recipients in Washington, DC.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Pine Street Foundation open to new grantees?
11%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 2 of 18 grantees (11%) were first-time recipients. With only 18 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $17K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $7K repeat.
- 83% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+11%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 94% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $200K (2020) to $294K (2022). In 2024 it made 18 grants totaling $271K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Friendship Circle Philadelphia, PA | To promote and support the educational exempt purpose pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the recipient. | $75,000 |
| Maternity Care Coalition Philadelphia, PA | To promote and support the educational exempt purpose pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the recipient. | $42,500 |
| Jewish Federation Philadelphia, PA | To promote and support the educational exempt purpose pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the recipient. | $25,000 |
| Philadelphia Police Foundation Philadelphia, PA | To promote and support the educational exempt purpose pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the recipient. | $25,000 |
| United Service Organization Washington, DC | To promote and support the educational exempt purpose pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the recipient. | $25,000 |
| Friends of the Israeli Defense Force (Fidf) New York, NY | To promote and support the educational exempt purpose pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the recipient. | $20,000 |
| Beit Halochem Usafidv New York, NY | To promote and support the educational exempt purpose pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the recipient. | $15,000 |
| Share Food Program Philadelphia, PA | To promote and support the educational exempt purpose pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the recipient. | $8,000 |
| Birthright Israel New York, NY | To promote and support the educational exempt purpose pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the recipient. | $5,155 |
| JFCS Narberth, PA | To promote and support the educational exempt purpose pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the recipient. | $5,025 |
Ready to take the next step with Pine Street 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,508,101 | $254,540 | $327,182 | $270,818 | 18 | $275,768 | $209,382 | $294,074 |
| 2023 | $5,580,743 | $445,859 | $336,750 | $277,185 | 21 | $285,810 | $405,552 | $268,451 |
| 2022 | $5,480,027 | $882,308 | $350,209 | $294,148 | 20 | $305,633 | $738,023 | $268,455 |
| 2021 | $4,808,480 | $303,480 | $288,014 | $243,124 | 17 | $248,624 | $187,064 | $303,690 |
| 2020 | $4,794,745 | $-50,115 | $254,670 | $200,471 | 16 | — | $104,711 | $256,882 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Pine Street Foundation reported a distributable amount of $294K for 2024 — 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 foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations whose work, as described by the organizations themselves, includes maternal and child health, food assistance, public safety, Jewish community and Israel-related causes, and support for service members.
For example, Maternity Care Coalition says its mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of pregnant women and parenting families and enhance school readiness for children ages 0–3. The Philadelphia Police Foundation says it provides support and resources to the Philadelphia Police Department to assist with the city’s safety and security. Philabundance says it works to drive hunger from communities and end hunger.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 18 grants totaling $270,818. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $75,000, with a median grant of $5,090. Its largest reported grants were $75,000 to The Friendship Circle, $42,500 to Maternity Care Coalition, and $25,000 each to Jewish Federation, Philadelphia Police Foundation, and United Service Organization.
Other reported grants included $20,000 to Friends of the Israeli Defense Force, $15,000 to Beit Halochem USAFIDV, and $8,000 to Share Food Program. The 2024 filing describes the grants’ purpose as supporting each recipient’s charitable exempt purpose.
The grantees describe a range of additional work. JEVS Human Services says it helps individuals create sustainable paths to independence and economic security. The Narberth Community Food Bank describes its work as providing food to the community. The School Mindfulness Project says it provides mindfulness and mindful movement education in underserved school communities.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jonathan Seltzer and Elizabeth Seltzer as directors.
Pine Street Foundation's 2024 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Elizabeth Seltzer
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jonathan Seltzer
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Pine Street Foundation
How much does Pine Street Foundation give each year?
Pine Street Foundation gave $271K across 18 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $277K across 21 grants.
What is Pine Street Foundation's typical grant size?
Pine Street Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $5,090, and its average grant was $15,045, across 18 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Pine Street Foundation that year got $2K on average.
Where does Pine Street Foundation give grants?
Pine Street Foundation gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 76% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (15%) and District of Columbia (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Philadelphia, PA (11 grants), New York, NY (4 grants) and Narberth, PA (2 grants).
Does Pine Street Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 18 grants with a stated purpose on Pine Street Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are Pine Street Foundation's largest grantees?
Pine Street Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include The Friendship Circle ($75,000), Maternity Care Coalition ($42,500) and Jewish Federation ($25,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 53% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Pine Street Foundation?
Pine Street Foundation reported $5.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $276K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $294K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Pine Street Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations whose work, as described by the organizations themselves, includes maternal and child health, food assistance, public safety, Jewish community and Israel-related causes, and support for service members. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Pine Street Foundation?
The foundation’s 2024 filing states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Pine Street Foundation's EIN?
Pine Street Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-2352028. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Pine Street 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
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Pine Street Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders that support many of the same organizations
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
The Philadelphia Foundation
Philadelphia, PA
The Philadelphia Foundation supports economic mobility and other community needs through grants to nonprofits, including workforce development, direct services, and initiatives addressing urgent regional challenges. In 2024, its median grant was $25,500, and its primary service area is Greater Philadelphia; whether it accepts unsolicited requests is not stated.
Assets
$704.6M
Grants
715
Total Given
$39.1M
The Neubauer Family Foundation
Philadelphia, PA
The Neubauer Family Foundation supports universities, education organizations, arts and cultural institutions, and other nonprofits, with most 2024 funding going to organizations in Pennsylvania, Illinois, and New York. Its 2024 grants ranged from $100 to $5.6 million, with a median of $5,000. It does not accept unsolicited requests; proposals are by invitation only.
Assets
$361.0M
Grants
199
Total Given
$17.9M
The Pew Charitable Trusts
Washington, DC
The Pew Charitable Trusts funds nonpartisan policy research and initiatives, civic participation, and—especially in Philadelphia—arts and culture and services for people in need. Its 2025 grants had a median of $75,000, though amounts varied widely; funding is national, with substantial support in Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania. The profile does not state whether Pew accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$1.5B
Grants
535
Total Given
$140.6M
Henry Dolfinger 2 Trust Uw
Philadelphia, PA
The Henry Dolfinger 2 Trust (Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation) supports charitable and educational projects, including arts, education, and social services, primarily in Greater Philadelphia. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,000 to $30,000, with a median of $2,000. It accepts online proposal requests once per calendar year.
Assets
$16.8M
Grants
236
Total Given
$713K
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
More similar funders
More Funders in Pennsylvania
Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Pine Street Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 11, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/pine-street-foundation-morg_63ca408adb2140faac03eaf6142c6e10
BibTeX
@misc{grantable_832352028_2026,
author = {{Grantable}},
title = {{Pine Street Foundation funder profile}},
howpublished = {GrantGraph},
year = {2026},
url = {https://grantable.co/funders/pine-street-foundation-morg_63ca408adb2140faac03eaf6142c6e10},
note = {Accessed 2026-10-11. 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 Pine Street 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.
Pine Street Foundation down — hundreds of funders to go?