The Donald and Judith Alstadt
The Donald and Judith Alstadt is a private foundation, based in Erie, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $3.4M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 7 grants totaling $231K. Net investment income was $152K.
The Donald and Judith Alstadt at a glance
In short: The Donald and Judith Alstadt gave $231K across 7 grants in 2024 (avg $33K), top state Pennsylvania. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $230,973
- +34.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 7
- +75.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $32,996
- -23.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $30,000
- Total assets
- $3,404,491
- +0.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (49% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The Donald and Judith Alstadt funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Childrens Hospital Wisconsin Found ($57K). Together the top 7 received $231K.
Grant Size Distribution
24 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 13 grants of 24 (54%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Donald and Judith Alstadt gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+18%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 140% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $172K (2023) to $231K (2024). In 2024 it made 7 grants totaling $231K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Childrens Hospital Wisconsin Found Milwaukee, WI | Unrestricted | $56,991 |
| Penn State Behrend Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $56,991 |
| Julia Hospice and Pallative Care Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $56,991 |
| PCRM Washington, DC | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Cleveland, OH | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Farm Sanctuary Watkins Glen, NY | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Support and Feed Los Angeles, CA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
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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 | $3,404,491 | $189,133 | $267,620 | $230,973 | 7 | $230,973 | $151,561 | $165,099 |
| 2023 | $3,385,605 | $170,693 | $208,717 | $172,262 | 4 | $172,262 | $142,233 | $160,542 |
| 2022 | $3,214,131 | $153,580 | $224,868 | $192,000 | 4 | $192,000 | $125,111 | $171,248 |
| 2021 | $3,810,719 | $209,713 | $231,878 | $195,000 | 4 | $195,000 | $178,249 | $179,844 |
| 2020 | $3,593,206 | $11,334 | $224,659 | $190,000 | 5 | — | $58,700 | $176,597 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Donald and Judith Alstadt reported a distributable amount of $165K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Donald and Judith Alstadt's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Judith C. Alstadt
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Robert T. Schlaudecker PhD
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Sara S. Schwister
Trustee
On filings since 2020
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 The Donald and Judith Alstadt
How much does The Donald and Judith Alstadt give each year?
The Donald and Judith Alstadt gave $231K across 7 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $172K across 4 grants.
What is The Donald and Judith Alstadt's typical grant size?
The Donald and Judith Alstadt's median grant in 2024 was $30,000, and its average grant was $32,996, across 7 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Donald and Judith Alstadt give grants?
The Donald and Judith Alstadt's top state is Pennsylvania, with 49% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Wisconsin (25%) and District of Columbia (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Erie, PA (2 grants).
Does The Donald and Judith Alstadt give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Donald and Judith Alstadt's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (7 of 7) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Donald and Judith Alstadt's largest grantees?
The Donald and Judith Alstadt's largest 2024 grantees include Childrens Hospital Wisconsin Found ($56,991), Penn State Behrend ($56,991) and Julia Hospice and Pallative Care ($56,991), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 74% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Donald and Judith Alstadt?
The Donald and Judith Alstadt reported $3.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $231K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $165K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What is The Donald and Judith Alstadt's EIN?
The Donald and Judith Alstadt's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 25-6920352. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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