The Robert H Spitz Foundation is a private, tax-exempt foundation based in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Established in 2015 through the estate of Robert H. Spitz, the foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting nonprofit initiatives and programs serving residents of Lackawanna County and Northeastern Pennsylvania. The Scranton Area Community Foundation has served as administrator of the foundation since 2016.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$891K
+0.0% YoY
Grant Count
65
-7.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$14K
+7.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The Robert H Spitz Foundation supports programs and initiatives that aim to break the cycle of poverty, remove economic barriers, and encourage independence in adults and children. Primary funding areas include:
- Safe, affordable housing
- Transportation
- Education
- Veterans' affairs and veteran-oriented programs
- Animal welfare
- Jewish culture, heritage, and community support
- Cemetery support
Grantmaking
The foundation makes grants to nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving the region. Based on recent activity:
Grant Range
**: Typical awards range from $1,000 to $187,500
Review Cycle
. The Fall 2025 grant cycle began accepting applications on August 1, 2025, through the Scranton Area Community Foundation.
How to Apply
**: The foundation accepts applications through grant cycles. The Fall 2025 grant cycle began accepting applications on August 1, 2025, through the Scranton Area Community Foundation.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds initiatives in Lackawanna County and Northeastern Pennsylvania, with additional focus on Pennsylvania, New York, and Connecticut.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $15,327,356
- Total Revenue: $912,470
- Total Expenses: $1,026,562
- Total Liabilities: $0
The foundation has provided over $6 million in cumulative funding to the community since its establishment.
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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 2024
Grant Size Distribution
243 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNIFER NOGI | TRUSTEE | 1 | $10,000 |
| FRANK MCGRATH | TRUSTEE | 1 | $10,000 |
| JED RUBENFELD | TRUSTEE | 1 | $10,000 |
| DIANA HOLDRIDGE | TRUSTEE | 1 | $10,000 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has made recent grants to several organizations including the University of Success, Scranton Counseling Center, and Allied Services Integrated Health System. The foundation continues to accept grant applications through the Scranton Area Community Foundation, with the Fall 2025 grant cycle open for submissions.
Spitz Foundation Awards Grant to University of Success - Royal NewsSubject 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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