White Rose Leadership Institute
White Rose Leadership Institute is a public charity based in York, Pennsylvania. It supports York County’s nonprofit sector through leadership development, capacity-building and collaboration opportunities, and Give Local York, a community day of giving.
White Rose Leadership Institute at a glance
In short: White Rose Leadership Institute gave $213K across 28 grants in 2025 (avg $8K), mostly in Pennsylvania. 36% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $213,089
- -14.6% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 28
- +7.7% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $7,610
- -20.7% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $5,990
- Total assets
- $1,541,218
- +3.1% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 36% first-time grantees (10 of 28, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to White Rose Leadership Institute
- Review Cycle
- The final application deadline is September 30, 2026. Applicants seeking peer-reader feedback may submit by September 10, 2026.
- Deadline
- The final application deadline is September 30, 2026.
- Contact
Mailing address: 37 W Philadelphia St, York, PA 17401
Phone: (717) 208-2824
Website: https://whiteroseleadershipinstitute.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who White Rose Leadership Institute funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Appell Center for the Performing Arts ($18K). Together the top 10 received $110K.
Grant Size Distribution
121 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 121 grants of 121 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Institute’s stated service area is York County, Pennsylvania. All 2025 grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania, and the listed grantees are based in York County communities.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 28 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is White Rose Leadership Institute open to new grantees?
36%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 10 of 28 grantees (36%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $6K; repeat grants $8K. How we count
Medians: $6K first-time, $6K repeat.
- 50% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+10%). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 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 $150K (2020) to $250K (2024). In 2025 it made 28 grants totaling $213K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Appell Center for the Performing Arts York, PA | Operating Expenses | $17,617 |
| York Symphony Orchestra York, PA | Operating Expenses | $16,840 |
| York County SPCA York, PA | Operating Expenses | $15,632 |
| Community Progress Council York, PA | Operating Expenses | $9,478 |
| Community Connections for Children (Formely Child Care Consultants) York, PA | Operating Expenses | $9,458 |
| Reid Menzer Memorial Skatepark York, PA | Operating Expenses | $8,912 |
| Pappus House York, PA | Operating Expenses | $8,584 |
| Lifepath Christian Ministries York, PA | Operating Expenses | $8,579 |
| York County Food Bank York, PA | Operating Expenses | $7,648 |
| Keystone Kidspace York, PA | Operating Expenses | $7,178 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,541,218 | $982,926 | $936,329 | $213,089 | 28 | $95,985 |
| 2024 | $1,494,620 | $1,056,903 | $967,472 | $249,571 | 26 | $81,913 |
| 2023 | $1,294,964 | $1,110,939 | $945,545 | $245,985 | 24 | $53,054 |
| 2022 | $1,066,112 | $1,822,992 | $827,530 | $193,549 | 21 | $11,199 |
| 2021 | $123,212 | $705,978 | $621,586 | $180,918 | 22 | — |
| 2020 | $50,371 | $721,226 | $740,175 | $149,949 | 18 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Institute’s mission is to strengthen the York County nonprofit sector with empowered and exceptional leaders prepared to transform the community. Its vision is for York County to become a model for exceptional nonprofit leadership that drives systemic social innovation and change.
The Institute’s 2023 filing describes its work as executing Give Local York, providing fellowship funding and professional development through the York Federal Fellows Program, and offering capacity-building training and collaboration opportunities through the Give Local York planning process.
Among the organizations receiving 2025 grants were York Symphony Orchestra, whose mission is to provide diverse live orchestral music and music education; Community Progress Council, which says it empowers individuals and families toward self-sufficiency and advocates for community growth; and York County Food Bank, which aims to increase dignified access to nutritious food and community resources. Other recipients included Pappus House, which provides end-of-life care; Keystone Kidspace, which offers child-centered educational programming; and The Shadowfax Corporation, which provides supports for people with disabilities and their families.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the Institute reported 28 grants totaling $213,089. Grants ranged from $5,165 to $17,617, with a median of $5,990. The listed grants were for recipients’ operating expenses. The Institute also offers York Federal Fellows grants of up to $7,500 for Fellows’ own professional and personal development over 12 months; these funds are intended for the participant, not their organization.
The largest 2025 grants included $17,617 to Appell Center for the Performing Arts, $16,840 to York Symphony Orchestra, and $15,632 to York County SPCA. Other notable grants were $9,478 to Community Progress Council, $9,458 to Community Connections for Children, $8,912 to Reid Menzer Memorial Skatepark, $8,584 to Pappus House, and $8,579 to LifePath Christian Ministries.
York Federal Fellows applicants first indicate interest through a five-question demographic form and are connected with an ambassador who can guide them through the process. Applicants then submit an online application and supporting documents. Applicants must hold a strategic leadership role in a York County nonprofit, educational institution, or government entity and have at least 12 months in a senior-level role. A volunteer peer reader may review applications submitted by the earlier date; applications and supporting documents are then evaluated by the selection committee using a rubric.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Lisa Barshinger as executive director, starting in October 2024. Joyce Santiago is chair and director; Thomas O’Connor is vice-chair and director; Tim Workinger is treasurer and director; and Jason Lewis is secretary. Directors listed are Jean Treuthart, David Gonzalez, Deb Gogniat, and Jackie Summers. Bobbi Anne DeLeo is listed as immediate past president.
White Rose Leadership Institute is led by Lisa Barshinger, Executive Director on the 2025 filing; 1 of 10 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Lisa Barshinger
Executive Director
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$21K (2025)
Joyce Santiago
Chair & Director
Director → Vice Chair & Director, 2023
Vice Chair & Director → Chair & Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Gonzalez
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Deb Gogniat
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jean Treuthart
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Thomas O'Connor
Vice Chair & Director
Director → Vice Chair & Director, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jackie Summers
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tim Workinger
Treasurer & Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bobbi Anne Deleo
Immediate Past President
Chair & Director → Immediate Past President & Director, 2024
Immediate Past President & Director → Immediate Past President, 2025
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jason Lewis
Secretary
Treasurer & Director → Secretary & Director, 2024
Secretary & Director → Secretary, 2025
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (11)
- Former: Meagan Given (2020–2024) — Executive Director
- Former: Britney Walker (2023–2024) — Director
- Former: Natalee Gunderson (2023–2024) — Director
- Former: Tamara Miller (2020–2023) — Secretary & Director
- Former: Jenny Englerth (2020–2022) — Chair & Director
- Former: Joan J. Mummert (2020–2022) — Secretary & Director
- Former: Michael D. Thew (2020–2022) — Treasurer & Director
- Former: Robert W. Pullo (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Robin K. Rohrbaugh (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Stephanie Seaton (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Louis J. Castriota Jr - Til (2020) — Vice Chairman & Director
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 $21K, to Lisa Barshinger (Executive Director (Start 10/24)).
Frequently asked questions about White Rose Leadership Institute
How much does White Rose Leadership Institute give each year?
White Rose Leadership Institute gave $213K across 28 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $250K across 26 grants.
What is White Rose Leadership Institute's typical grant size?
White Rose Leadership Institute's median grant in 2025 was $5,990, and its average grant was $7,610, across 28 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from White Rose Leadership Institute that year got $6K on average.
Where does White Rose Leadership Institute give grants?
White Rose Leadership Institute gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were York, PA (26 grants).
Does White Rose Leadership Institute give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of White Rose Leadership Institute's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (28 of 28) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Who are White Rose Leadership Institute's largest grantees?
White Rose Leadership Institute's largest 2025 grantees include Appell Center for the Performing Arts ($17,617), York Symphony Orchestra ($16,840) and York County SPCA ($15,632), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 24% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is White Rose Leadership Institute?
White Rose Leadership Institute reported $1.5M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $983K.
What does White Rose Leadership Institute fund?
The Institute’s mission is to strengthen the York County nonprofit sector with empowered and exceptional leaders prepared to transform the community. Its vision is for York County to become a model for exceptional nonprofit leadership that drives systemic social innovation and change. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from White Rose Leadership Institute?
White Rose Leadership Institute has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check whiteroseleadershipinstitute.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is White Rose Leadership Institute's EIN?
White Rose Leadership Institute's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-1246505. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS February 10, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS February 25, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS March 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS July 1, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS April 17, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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