Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation (PAHWF) is a 501(c)(3) community foundation based in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Founded in 2003 following the sale of Pottstown Memorial Medical Center to Community Health Systems, the organization has evolved from a private health conversion foundation into a public community foundation as of 2023. In July 2025, the foundation unveiled a new identity as Pottstown Regional Community Foundation (PRCF) to reflect its expanded geographic and programmatic scope.
Key facts about Pottstown Regional Community Foundation
- EIN
- 23-2344729
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $3,018,221
- Grants made (2025)
- 107
- Average grant
- $28,208
- Median grant
- $12,790
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (99% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- Submission deadlines vary based on fall and spring grant rounds. Eligible organizations must be nonprofit organizations located within the service area.
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Pottstown Regional Community Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Pottstown Regional Community Foundation's 107 itemized 2025 grants were Pennsylvania (99%). The most frequent recipient cities were Pottstown, PA (49 grants), Boyertown, PA (8 grants), Gilbertsville, PA (5 grants) and Phoenixville, PA (5 grants). None of its 107 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "2025 Wc Award" (6 grants), "2025 Wellness Checklist Award" (5 grants) and "2025 Wc Award ($290), 2025 Smart Goals ($210)" (4 grants).
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$3.0M
+18.2% YoY
Grant Count
107
+48.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$28K
-20.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission is to enhance the health and wellness of area residents by providing education, funding, and programs that motivate people to adopt healthy lifestyles. As of 2023, the organization broadened its mission to address equity across education, economic opportunity, and health.
Primary funding priorities include:
- Funding programs and solutions for long-term improvement in healthy behaviors
- Promoting healthy living through nutrition, activities, and programs in public and private schools to reduce obesity and encourage healthy living
- Improving parks, programming, and the built environment to increase access and physical activity
- Creating and promoting social networks involving healthy living
- Funding programs for physical health and emotional well-being
- Funding learning opportunities and strategic planning to strengthen nonprofits
Grantmaking
The foundation offers multiple grant programs including Capacity Building Awards and System Reform Awards.
Grant Range
s & Activity:**
Review Cycle
vary based on fall and spring grant rounds
Grant Types
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation serves residents within a 10-mile radius of Pottstown. As of the 2025 rebranding, the expanded service area includes western Montgomery, northern Chester, and eastern Berks counties in Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 107 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total assets: $74,283,504
- Total revenues: $6,465,213
- Total expenses: $5,152,276
- Total giving: $2,461,298
- Staff: 11 employees
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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 2025
Grant Size Distribution
389 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Pottstown Regional Community Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include New Hanover Township ($200,000), Pottstown School District ($195,870), Creative Health Services ($195,500).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NEW HANOVER TOWNSHIP GILBERTSVILLE, PA | PICK UP STICKS- NEW HANOVER TOWNSHIP PAYMENT | $200,000 |
| POTTSTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT POTTSTOWN, PA | PEAK WHOLE CHILD WELLNESS RESCINDED GRANT ($50000), HEALTHY SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITIES ($60000), OFF-CYCLE GRANT ($85000), 2025 WC AWARDS ($870) | $195,870 |
| CREATIVE HEALTH SERVICES POTTSTOWN, PA | MAINTENANCE OF GLOBALLY ACCESSIBLE CRITICAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SUPPORTING SERVICES ($192500), SMITH FUND DISTRIBUTION ($3000) | $195,500 |
| TRICOUNTY COMMUNITY NETWORK POTTSTOWN, PA | INCLUSIVE CLAY: ARTS ACCESS AND SKILL BUILDING FOR INTELLECTUALLY DISABLED ADULTS ($5000), SWEATCHASERS: BUILDING BRIDGES ($12500), RESILIENT STUDENTS NETWORK ($20000), PCA: HEALTH EQUITY AND RESIDENT ENGAGEMENT ($25000), COMMUNITY CAMP & LAUNCHING LEADERS ($50000), THE REACH FOUNDATION- SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVOCACY FOR MARGINALIZED STUDENTS ($32375), DATA ADMIN PROJECT ($15000), (33) MEMBERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS ($6600), GOFOURTH - 003312- DONOR DESIGNATION GIFT - DAVE & GRACE KRAYBILL TO SUPPORT GOFOURTH ($500), 33 TCN SCHOLARSHIPS ($6600) | $173,575 |
| DANIEL BOONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT BIRDSBORO, PA | DANIEL BOONE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT WELLNESS PROGRAMS ($107000), WC AWARDS ($1170), 2025 SMART GOALS ($630) | $108,800 |
| YWCA TRI-COUNTY AREA POTTSTOWN, PA | YWCA TRI-COUNTY AREA FOOD PANTRY ($10,000), YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS ($90000) | $100,000 |
| ACLAMO NORRISTOWN, PA | POTTSTOWN COMMUNITY HEALTH CONNECTIONS PROGRAM | $80,000 |
| BOYERTOWN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT BOYERTOWN, PA | WHOLE CHILD WELLNESS | $80,000 |
| HOBART'S RUN NEIGHBORHOOD DISTRICT POTTSTOWN, PA | POTTSTOWN AREA SOCIAL INNOVATION LAB ($25000), SP'24 OFF-CYCLE-CIVIC ENGAGEMENT ($52000). | $77,000 |
| PROJECT PURPOSE POTTSTOWN, PA | MENTORING WITH A PURPOSE: AFTER SCHOOL HOMEWORK HELP | $75,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
David W. Kraybill — President of the Foundation
The foundation maintains a diverse Board of Directors with knowledge of the tri-county region.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAVID KRAYBILL | PRESIDENT | 40 | $295,775 |
| ADAM CONISH | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| LORI REINHART MUSSON | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| JEFFREY SPARAGANA | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| ARTHUR GREEN | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| FRANCES HEFFNER | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| MATTHEW HOWALD | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| CARL LANDIS | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| NANCY MILLER | CHAIRMAN | 5 | — |
| JOHN BUCKLEY | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| JOSE FERNANDEZ | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| WILLIAM TADDONIO | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| AMY L SCHONDRA | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| FRANK STRUNK | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| JAMIE PARRIS ED D | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| LORI LORANT-TOBIAS DO | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| D SCOTT DETAR | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| LINDA FLEDERBACH | MEMBER | 5 | — |
| RYAN WALL | MEMBER | 5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**July 2025:** The foundation unveiled its new identity as Pottstown Regional Community Foundation (PRCF) during Pottstown's GoFourth Parade and Community Day festivities, marking its evolution from a private health conversion foundation to a public community foundation.
Organizations receive HealthSpark grant funds for housing, community needs**Notable Accomplishments:**
Opening of Community Health & Dental Care (a Federally Qualified Health Center) in 2008
Organizations receive HealthSpark grant funds for housing, community needsCircuit Rider program that awarded more than $1.7 million for 30+ park projects
Walk & Bike Pottstown Project
Funding of a 1.8-mile section of the Schuylkill River Trail in 2006
**Collaborative Initiatives:**
The foundation collaborates with existing networks and groups including Pottstown Early Action for Kindergarten Readiness (PEAK), TriCounty Health Council, TriCounty Community Network, MOSAIC Community Land Trust, and Building a Better Boyertown.
Organizations receive HealthSpark grant funds for housing, community needsSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Pottstown Regional Community Foundation fund?
The foundation's mission is to enhance the health and wellness of area residents by providing education, funding, and programs that motivate people to adopt healthy lifestyles. As of 2023, the organization broadened its mission to address equity across education, economic opportunity, and health. Primary funding priorities include: • Funding programs and solutions for long-term improvement in healthy behaviors • Promoting healthy living through nutrition, activities, and programs in public and …
How do I apply for a grant from Pottstown Regional Community Foundation?
**Grant Sizes & Activity:** • Typical awards range from $1,000 to $388,000 • Average award: $42,000 • Median grant: $25,000 • Annual distribution: Between $2.9 million and $5.4 million (2021-2023), with highest activity in 2022 at $5.4 million across 140 grants • Since founding in 2003, the foundation has awarded more than $57.6 million in grants to nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and grassroots organizations **Application Process:** • Submission deadlines vary based on fall and spring gra…
Where does Pottstown Regional Community Foundation make grants?
The foundation serves residents within a 10-mile radius of Pottstown. As of the 2025 rebranding, the expanded service area includes western Montgomery, northern Chester, and eastern Berks counties in Pennsylvania.
What size grants does Pottstown Regional Community Foundation award?
In 2025, Pottstown Regional Community Foundation awarded 107 grants totaling $3.0M — an average of about $28K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Pottstown Regional Community Foundation's EIN?
Pottstown Regional Community Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-2344729. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.