The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz
The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz is a private foundation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Its 2025 filing reports 12 grants totaling $81,351 to charitable organizations, all in Pennsylvania.
The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz at a glance
In short: The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz gave $81K across 12 grants in 2025 (avg $7K), mostly in Pennsylvania. 33% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $81,351
- -5.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 12
- +33.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $6,779
- -29.0% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $5,500
- Total assets
- $1,633,145
- -3.9% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 33% first-time grantees (4 of 12, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated on its 2023 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 500 First Ave P7-Pfsc-03-Z, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Phone: (412) 768-9680
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Harrisburg Symphony Association ($16K). Together the top 10 received $80K.
Grant Size Distribution
44 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 44 grants of 44 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2025 went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz open to new grantees?
33%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 4 of 12 grantees (33%) were first-time recipients. With only 12 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $6K; repeat grants $7K. How we count
Medians: $6K first-time, $6K repeat.
- 58% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+6%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 104% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $72K (2023) to $86K (2024). In 2025 it made 12 grants totaling $81K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harrisburg Symphony Association Harrisburg, PA | General Support | $15,500 |
| Gretna Productions Inc Mt Gretna, PA | General Support | $15,000 |
| Jewish Family Services of Greater Harrisburg, PA | General Support | $14,117 |
| Dauphin County Library System Harrisburg, PA | General Support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg, PA | General Support | $10,000 |
| Keystone Human Services Harrisburg, PA | General Operating | $8,500 |
| Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet Carlisle, PA | General Support | $2,500 |
| Chisuk Emuna Congregation Harrisburg, PA | General Support | $2,000 |
| Historical Society of Dauphin County Harrisburg, PA | General Support | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts in the Heart of PA Camp Hill, PA | General Support | $1,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,633,145 | $62,043 | $129,217 | $81,351 | 12 | $104,995 | $29,224 | $100,936 |
| 2024 | $1,699,965 | $81,650 | $134,986 | $85,897 | 9 | $105,853 | $56,431 | $95,514 |
| 2023 | $1,753,456 | $211,344 | $117,225 | $72,189 | 5 | $97,303 | $193,032 | $88,912 |
| 2022 | $1,659,872 | $121,261 | $124,233 | $77,000 | 6 | $103,901 | $101,177 | $100,778 |
| 2021 | $1,660,416 | $54,628 | $131,695 | $80,082 | 12 | — | $35,840 | $106,806 |
| 2020 | $1,738,213 | $103,863 | $124,496 | $82,035 | 11 | — | $72,562 | $92,334 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz reported a distributable amount of $101K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants show support for organizations in areas including performing arts, libraries, human services, youth programs, Jewish community services, and health. For example, Harrisburg Symphony Association says its mission is to present symphonic performances and educational programs that enrich Central Pennsylvania’s cultural life. Keystone Human Services describes its work as providing community-based services in intellectual disability, autism, mental health, and children and family services.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation made 12 grants totaling $81,351. Grants ranged from $734 to $15,500, with a median grant of $5,500. Its largest grants included $15,500 to Harrisburg Symphony Association, $15,000 to Gretna Productions, $14,117 to Jewish Family Services of Greater, $10,000 to Dauphin County Library System, and $10,000 to Jewish Federation of Greater. The listed purposes were general support or general operating support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Dr. David Bronstein and PNC Bank NA as co-trustees.
The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz's 2025 filing lists 2 officers; all 2 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
David Bronstein
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
$5K (2020) → $5K (2025)
PNC Bank NA
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
$21K (2023) → $34K (2025)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $34K, to PNC Bank NA (Co-Trustee). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz
How much does The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz give each year?
The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz gave $81K across 12 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $86K across 9 grants.
What is The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz's typical grant size?
The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz's median grant in 2025 was $5,500, and its average grant was $6,779, across 12 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz that year got $6K on average.
Where does The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz give grants?
The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Harrisburg, PA (9 grants).
Does The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (12 of 12) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz's largest grantees?
The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz's largest 2025 grantees include Harrisburg Symphony Association ($15,500), Gretna Productions Inc ($15,000) and Jewish Family Services of Greater ($14,117), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 55% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz?
The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz reported $1.6M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $105K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $101K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants show support for organizations in areas including performing arts, libraries, human services, youth programs, Jewish community services, and health. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz?
The foundation stated on its 2023 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz's EIN?
The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 25-6658644. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Dorothy B and S Lawrence Koplovitz accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS January 5, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS December 13, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS January 12, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS January 29, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS January 21, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS February 12, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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