The Philip Chosky Charitable &
The Philip Chosky Charitable & is a private foundation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It supports charitable organizations through grants; its 2024 recipients included Pittsburgh-area Jewish community organizations, a university, and arts organizations.
Key facts about The Philip Chosky Charitable &
In short: The Philip Chosky Charitable & gave $1.3M across 28 grants in 2024 (avg $47K), mostly in Pennsylvania. 18% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- EIN
- 23-2932969
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,327,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 28
- Average grant
- $47,393
- Median grant
- $27,500
- New grantees (estimate)
- 18% first-time grantees (5 of 28, 2024)
- Total assets
- $9,342,621
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (92% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$9.3M
-3.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.3M
-5.7% YoY
Grant Count
28
-3.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$47K
-2.3% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Philip Chosky Charitable & reported a distributable amount of $534K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Is The Philip Chosky Charitable & open to new grantees?
18%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 28 grantees (18%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $13K; repeat grants $55K. How we count
Medians: $15K first-time, $30K repeat.
- 68% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−3%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 276% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh describes its vision as a flourishing Jewish community where everyone feels included, supported, and inspired. Community Day School says it aims to raise proud Jews, confident leaders, and accomplished learners who value excellence and prioritize community.
Other 2024 recipients describe work in higher education, science, and support for Israeli soldiers. Carnegie Mellon University describes its mission as providing a transformative educational experience and cultivating a collaborative university community. The American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science says it raises funds for scientific research, while Friends of the Israel Defense Forces says it supports the health, well-being, and education of Israel’s protectors.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 28 grants totaling $1,327,000. Grant amounts ranged from $10,000 to $303,000, with a median of $27,500. The largest awards included $303,000 to the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh, $230,000 to the Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh, $115,000 to T of L Inc. DBA Tree of Life Inc., and $77,000 to Carnegie Mellon University. Each was listed for a “discretionary fund.”
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the reported shares of grant dollars by recipient state were Pennsylvania, 92%; New York, 8%; and Washington, DC, 1%. The largest listed recipients were based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 28 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.3M (2024) to $1.4M (2023). In 2024 it made 28 grants totaling $1.3M.
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh ($303K). Together the top 10 received $985K.
Grant Size Distribution
118 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 87 grants of 118 (74%).
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA | Discretionary Fund | $303,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA | Discretionary Fund | $230,000 |
| T of L Inc DBA Tree of Life Inc Pittsburgh, PA | Discretionary Fund | $115,000 |
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA | Discretionary Fund | $77,000 |
| American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science New York, NY | Discretionary Fund | $50,000 |
| Community Day School Pittsburgh, PA | Discretionary Fund | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces New York, NY | Discretionary Fund | $50,000 |
| Jewish Family and Community Service Pittsburgh, PA | Discretionary Fund | $45,000 |
| National Council of Jewish Women Pittsburgh, PA | Discretionary Fund | $35,000 |
| Film Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA | Discretionary Fund | $30,000 |
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grant sum | Grant count |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,342,621 | $1,217,757 | $1,570,440 | $1,327,000 | 28 |
| 2023 | $9,695,304 | $604,740 | $1,647,683 | $1,406,500 | 29 |
| 2022 | $10,738,247 | $1,126,945 | $1,615,828 | $1,350,000 | 31 |
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $9,342,621 | $9,695,304 | $10,738,247 |
| Revenue | $1,217,757 | $604,740 | $1,126,945 |
| Expenses | $1,570,440 | $1,647,683 | $1,615,828 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,474,795 | $1,540,750 | $1,506,792 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,122,112 | $509,694 | $1,038,333 |
| Distributable Amount | $534,048 | $562,668 | $626,602 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Meryl Ainsman as executive director and Stanley Barg and Susan O’Malley as directors.
The Philip Chosky Charitable & is led by Meryl Ainsman, Executive Director on every filing since 2021; all 3 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Meryl Ainsman
Executive Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
$80K (2021) → $90K (2024)
Stanley Barg
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
$15K (2021) → $15K (2024)
Susan O'Malley
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
$15K (2021) → $15K (2024)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "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 $90K, to Meryl Ainsman (Executive Director). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Contact
Mailing address: 111 Gilda Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Phone: (412) 338-9030
Frequently asked questions about The Philip Chosky Charitable &
How much does The Philip Chosky Charitable & give each year?
The Philip Chosky Charitable & gave $1.3M across 28 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.4M across 29 grants.
What is The Philip Chosky Charitable &'s typical grant size?
The Philip Chosky Charitable &'s median grant in 2024 was $27,500, and its average grant was $47,393, across 28 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Philip Chosky Charitable & that year got $13K on average.
Where does The Philip Chosky Charitable & give grants?
The Philip Chosky Charitable & gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 92% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was New York (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Pittsburgh, PA (20 grants) and New York, NY (2 grants).
Does The Philip Chosky Charitable & give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 28 grants with a stated purpose on The Philip Chosky Charitable &'s 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Discretionary Fund" (27 grants).
Who are The Philip Chosky Charitable &'s largest grantees?
The Philip Chosky Charitable &'s largest 2024 grantees include The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh ($303,000), Jewish Community Center of Greater Pittsburgh ($230,000) and T of L Inc DBA Tree of Life Inc ($115,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 49% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Philip Chosky Charitable &?
The Philip Chosky Charitable & reported $9.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.5M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $534K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Philip Chosky Charitable & fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 grants show support for organizations with varied missions. The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh describes its vision as a flourishing Jewish community where everyone feels included, supported, and inspired. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Philip Chosky Charitable &?
The foundation 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 Philip Chosky Charitable &'s EIN?
The Philip Chosky Charitable &'s EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-2932969. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Does The Philip Chosky Charitable & accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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