The Pipe Line Contractors Association (PLCA) is a 501(c)(6) trade association headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Established in 1948, the organization represents companies involved in the U.S. oil and gas pipeline construction industry. PLCA negotiates nationwide labor agreements with pipeline trade unions for the construction and maintenance of pipelines and related infrastructure. The membership includes union contractors as well as vendors, suppliers, and service providers in the energy infrastructure sector.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$4.4M
+1.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$464K
-4.9% YoY
Grant Count
58
-6.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$8K
+1.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The PLCA's stated purpose is the betterment and advancement of the pipeline contractors industry through the promotion of business standards, cooperation among pipeline contractors, and efficient, ethical, and safe conduct of business.
Primary program areas include:
- Work development and industry outreach programs
- Labor negotiations and other meetings
- Conventions and meetings for pipeline contractors
- Legal and advocacy services to members
- Focus on safety, quality, efficiency, training, environmental compliance, and community support
Grantmaking
PLCA itself receives funding from foundations and other nonprofits rather than serving as a primary grantmaker. Recent funding sources include:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
PLCA is based in Arlington, Virginia and operates nationally, negotiating labor agreements across the United States for pipeline construction and maintenance projects.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Pipe Line Contractors Association (PLCA) - 2024:
- Total revenues: $6,325,599
- Total expenses: $4,664,788
- Total assets: $4,421,093
- Employees: 5
Pipe Line Contractors Association Scholarship Foundation - 2024:
- Total revenues: $558,747
- Total expenses: $518,156
- Total assets: $4,395,105
- Total grants, contributions, etc.: $434,084
- Investment income and dividends: $124,663
Scholarship Foundation - 2023:
- Total revenues: $733,197
- Total expenses: $609,000
- Total assets: $4,320,000
- Total grants, contributions, etc.: $607,715
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $4,395,105 | $4,322,514 | $4,181,896 |
| Revenue | $558,747 | $733,197 | $539,106 |
| Expenses | $518,156 | $608,579 | $656,302 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $480,655 | $505,618 | $517,079 |
| Net Investment Income | $124,663 | $125,482 | $30,256 |
| Distributable Amount | $251,475 | $219,929 | $212,288 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Kevin Barrett: Executive Director
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOSH RAMSEY | CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| ROBERT BENDURE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MATT WESTPHAL | DIRECTOR UNTIL OCT 25, 2024 | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The PLCA held conventions and meetings for industry members, with documented sponsorship activity in 2023-2024. The organization continues to serve as a central coordinating body for pipeline construction contractors, managing labor relations and industry advancement initiatives.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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