Summit Foundation

The Pittsburgh Foundation

Pittsburgh, PA

One of the nation's oldest and largest community foundations, The Pittsburgh Foundation distributes approximately $59 million annually to nonprofits addressing critical needs across Allegheny County and the Pittsburgh region. The Foundation awards grants ranging from $10,000 to $150,000 through competitive and donor-advised programs, with a particular focus on advancing Black arts, social justice, education, economic development, and STEM initiatives. With a mission to create an equitable and just Pittsburgh region where everyone can thrive, the Foundation has awarded over $1.2 billion in grants since its establishment in 1945.

RK Mellon Family Foundation

Ligonier, PA

This Pennsylvania-based foundation supports education, human services, and philanthropic initiatives with typical grants ranging from $500 to $130,000 (median $10,000). With $37 million in assets and $2.7 million in annual giving across 211 grants, the foundation primarily focuses on Pennsylvania, New York, and Texas, though it reaches organizations in 36 states overall. The foundation accepts applications year-round and has a strong track record of supporting cultural institutions, workforce development, and academic research.

Richard King Mellon Foundation

Ligonier, PA

The Richard King Mellon Foundation funds conservation and environmental restoration, Southwestern Pennsylvania economic development and mobility, health and well-being, and organizational effectiveness, with most giving focused on Pennsylvania and some environmental grants elsewhere. Its 2024 grants ranged from $2,000 to $10 million, with a median of $220,000. It accepts applications through its General Application for proposals aligned with its strategic plan; Economic Mobility applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Katherine Mabis McKenna Foundation

Latrobe, PA

The Katherine Mabis McKenna Foundation supports Pennsylvania organizations working in education, arts and culture, conservation, and community development. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,000 to $1,000,000, with a median of $17,000; applicants should contact Linda M. Boxx, but whether it accepts unsolicited requests is not stated.

Walton R Etal TRS Walton Fam Fnd-Agy

Pittsburgh, PA

In 2024, the funder supported organizations with varied missions, including education, arts, historic preservation, food production, and conservation, with grants reported for general operating purposes. Grants ranged from $2,000 to $60,000, with a median of $5,000, and went to organizations in multiple states, especially Pennsylvania and Florida. The profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

Honkus-Zollinger Charitable Foundation

Pittsburgh, PA

The Honkus-Zollinger Charitable Foundation supports a range of charitable organizations, including those focused on animal care, health, arts and culture, and community services; most 2024 grant dollars went to Pennsylvania recipients. Its 34 grants ranged from $500 to $12,000, with a median of $2,500. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Allegheny Foundation

Pittsburgh, PA

The Allegheny Foundation primarily funds historic preservation, civic development, and education, with most giving in Southwestern Pennsylvania. Its 2024 grants ranged from $7,500 to $2.75 million, with a median of $150,000. It accepts unsolicited requests by letter and considers them quarterly.

Emma Clyde Hodge Memorial Fund

Pittsburgh, PA

The Emma Clyde Hodge Memorial Fund supports charitable organizations across varied fields, with nearly half of its 2025 grant dollars going to Pennsylvania organizations and additional funding reaching other states. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,000 to $57,000, with a median of $6,000. It does not accept unsolicited requests and gives only to preselected organizations.

Nimick Forbesway Foundation

Wilmington, DE

The foundation funds a broad mix of work, including children’s learning and play, conservation, literacy, arts, education, and community facilities. Its 2025 grants ranged from $10,000 to $200,000, with a median of $35,000; funding was concentrated in Wisconsin, with grants also reaching Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, and New Hampshire. It accepts applications through an online process, as stated in its filing.

Cleveland H Dodge Foundation Inc

New York, NY

The Cleveland H. Dodge Foundation funds community services and education, especially early-childhood, teacher-development, and out-of-school programs serving under-resourced youth. Its 2024 grants ranged from $50 to $142,857, with a median of $1,000, and it generally supports organizations in the New York City metropolitan area. It accepts Letters of Inquiry at any time; organizations must register online before submitting.

The Arnold D and Winifred W Palmer

Pittsburgh, PA

Firstenergy Foundation

Akron, OH

The FirstEnergy Foundation funds eligible nonprofits in FirstEnergy’s operating area, prioritizing housing stability, hunger relief, workforce development and STEM, alongside education, health and human services, arts, and community development. Its 2024 grants had a median of $1,375, though awards varied widely; it does not accept unsolicited requests.