The Luzerne Foundation
The Luzerne Foundation is a community foundation based in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, serving Luzerne County. It is a public charity that supports community needs through grantmaking and helps donors establish and manage charitable funds.
The Luzerne Foundation at a glance
In short: The Luzerne Foundation gave $3.4M across 110 grants in 2024 (avg $31K), mostly in Pennsylvania. 29% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,378,060
- -2.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 110
- +1.9% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $30,710
- -4.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $15,221
- Total assets
- $74,484,995
- +10.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 29% first-time grantees (32 of 110, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (86% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Luzerne Foundation
- Review Cycle
- December 7, 2026, for the Greenlight Project’s 2026 grant cycle.
- Deadline
- December 7, 2026, for the Greenlight Project’s 2026 grant cycle.
- Next open deadline
- December 7, 2026 (Greenlight Project Grants)
- Contact
Mailing address: 34 South River Street, Wilkesbarre, PA 18702
Phone: (570) 822-2065
Website: https://luzfdn.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
9 open opportunities from The Luzerne Foundation
Greenlight Project Grants
The Luzerne Foundation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
December 7, 2026
Listed date — confirm with the funder
Luzerne Foundation Grants
The Luzerne Foundation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Luzerne Foundation: Millennium Circle Fund Grant
The Luzerne Foundation
Amount
Up to US $25,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who The Luzerne Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Patriots Cove Inc ($300K). Together the top 10 received $1.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
520 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 440 grants of 520 (85%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation states that it serves all of Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. In 2024, 86% of its grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania. It also reported grant dollars going to recipients in Florida, Connecticut, Indiana, and Delaware.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 110 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Luzerne Foundation open to new grantees?
29%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 32 of 110 grantees (29%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $16K; repeat grants $37K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $20K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.0M (2021) to $3.5M (2023). In 2024 it made 110 grants totaling $3.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Patriots Cove Inc Noxen, PA | Social Services | $300,000 |
| Geisinger Health System Foundation Danville, PA | Health & Wellness | $220,000 |
| MMI Preparatory School Freeland, PA | Educational | $205,387 |
| Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA Wilkes-Barre, PA | Health & Wellness | $106,260 |
| Hunts for Healing Inc Laceyville, PA | Social Services | $94,300 |
| Luzerne County Community College Nanticoke, PA | Educational | $91,493 |
| Christ Fellowship Church Inc Palm Beach Gardens, FL | Faith Based | $90,000 |
| Ethel Walker School Simsbury, CT | Educational | $84,263 |
| St Luke's University Health Network Bethlehem, PA | Health & Wellness | $83,697 |
| US Charitable Gift Trust Indianapolis, IN | Philanthropy | $80,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $74,484,995 | $7,444,003 | $6,543,999 | $3,378,060 | 110 | $1,827,260 |
| 2023 | $67,693,225 | $7,103,977 | $6,208,645 | $3,462,607 | 108 | $1,489,828 |
| 2022 | $61,439,723 | $20,972,961 | $5,708,646 | $3,010,898 | 107 | $1,558,850 |
| 2021 | $54,069,424 | $4,874,447 | $3,229,439 | $1,995,887 | 79 | $1,326,704 |
| 2020 | $46,875,033 | $3,733,290 | $3,852,560 | $2,937,264 | 116 | $986,061 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to enhance the lives of Luzerne County residents by evaluating and addressing community needs through strategic grantmaking, promoting responsible philanthropy, and connecting donors to causes that matter to them. It says it serves as a steward of donor resources and collaborates with nonprofits, professional advisors, and community leaders.
Its 2024 grants show support for organizations working in education, health and wellness, social services, and faith-based work, among other areas. For example, MMI Preparatory School received an educational grant; the Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA received a health and wellness grant; and Patriots Cove Inc. received a social services grant. The YMCA describes its mission as building healthy bodies, minds, and spirits through programs for people of all ages and backgrounds. Luzerne County Community College says it works to provide educational excellence and foster student success.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation reported 110 grants totaling $3,378,060. Grant amounts ranged from $5,250 to $300,000, with a median of $15,221.
Among its largest reported 2024 grants were $300,000 to Patriots Cove Inc. for social services; $220,000 to Geisinger Health System Foundation for health and wellness; $205,387 to MMI Preparatory School for educational purposes; and $106,260 to the Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA for health and wellness. Other substantial grants included $94,300 to Hunts for Healing Inc. for social services and $91,493 to Luzerne County Community College for educational purposes.
The foundation’s website describes the Youth Advisory Committee as a program in which local high school students learn about philanthropy, raise funds, and select nonprofit organizations for grants. It reports that YAC grants are reviewed by students and awarded in late spring. Its Greenlight Project’s 2026 cycle is described as themed “Protect and Preserve,” with a December 7, 2026 application deadline. The foundation’s grant guidance lists qualified nonprofits, schools, government programs, faith-based organizations, and certain international charities with a U.S. recipient entity as eligible recipients. Minimum grant recommendations of $500 are preferred. Grants to individuals are not funded except through a separate scholarship fund, and grants that provide a personal benefit to a donor or donor advisor are not permitted. Recommendations are subject to board approval.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Tara Mugford Wilson as board chairperson, John Dowd as immediate past chair, Thomas MacNeely as vice chairman, Robert Gill as treasurer, and Rob Neher as secretary. It also lists Lauren Allen, Will Beekman, Shawn Casey, Layne Crothers, and Debbie Eastwood as directors.
The Luzerne Foundation is led by C. David Pedri Esq., President & CEO on every filing since 2020; 3 of 28 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
C. David Pedri Esq.
President & CEO
On filings since 2020
45 hrs/week
$53K (2021) → $199K (2024)
Tara Mugford Wilson
Board Chairperson
Vice Chairman → Board Chiarperson, 2022
Board Chiarperson → Board Chairperson, 2023
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Alexander Sloot
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brian Stahl
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Hourigan
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Debbie Eastwood
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Greg Weaver
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jackie Brozena
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Loyack
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lauren Allen
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Layne Crothers
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Malorie McLaughlin
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Maureen Metz
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Megan Kennedy
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Will Beekman
Director
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jamie Flack
Director
On filings since 2021
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kevin Walsh
Director
On filings since 2022
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Madhan Srinivasan
Director
On filings since 2022
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mary Hirthler
Director
On filings since 2022
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Reyna Logsdon
Director
On filings since 2023
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Henry
Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Shawn Casey
Director
New on the 2024 filing
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Korjeski
Chief Financial Officer
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
$8K (2020) → $14K (2024)
Paul J. Oswald
Chief Operating Officer
New on the 2024 filing
45 hrs/week
$89K (2024)
John Dowd
Immediate Past Chair
Chairman → Immediate Past Chair, 2022
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rob Neher
Secretary
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Gill
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Thomas Macneely
Vice Chairman
Director → Vice Chairman, 2022
On filings since 2020
0.1 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (7)
- Former: Logsdon Reyna (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Charles M. Barber (2020–2021) — President & CEO
- Former: Larry Kaplan (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Alex Flack (2020) — Director
- Former: Michael Jones Sr. (2020) — Director
- Former: Michelle Burrell (2020) — Director
- Former: Mike Lombardo (2020) — Director
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $199K, to C David Pedri ESQ (President and CEO). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Luzerne Foundation
How much does The Luzerne Foundation give each year?
The Luzerne Foundation gave $3.4M across 110 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $3.5M across 108 grants.
What is The Luzerne Foundation's typical grant size?
The Luzerne Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $15,221, and its average grant was $30,710, across 110 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Luzerne Foundation that year got $16K on average.
Where does The Luzerne Foundation give grants?
The Luzerne Foundation gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 86% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Wilkes-Barre, PA (27 grants), Scranton, PA (7 grants), Hazleton, PA (7 grants) and Dallas, PA (6 grants).
Does The Luzerne Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 110 grants with a stated purpose on The Luzerne Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Educational" (31 grants), "Social Services" (12 grants) and "Arts & Culture" (12 grants).
Who are The Luzerne Foundation's largest grantees?
The Luzerne Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Patriots Cove Inc ($300,000), Geisinger Health System Foundation ($220,000) and MMI Preparatory School ($205,387), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 21% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Luzerne Foundation?
The Luzerne Foundation reported $74.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $7.4M.
What does The Luzerne Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to enhance the lives of Luzerne County residents by evaluating and addressing community needs through strategic grantmaking, promoting responsible philanthropy, and connecting donors to causes that matter to them. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Luzerne Foundation?
The Luzerne Foundation has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check luzfdn.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is The Luzerne Foundation's EIN?
The Luzerne Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-2765498. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 1, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 9, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 2, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 27, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 6, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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