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Grant Guidelines of Unrestricted Funds

Nason Foundation

Foundation Quarterly Grants for Nonprofits Unrestricted Grants for Nonprofits

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Grant Guidelines of Unrestricted Funds

Funder: Nason Foundation

Mission Alignment: Organization must be in alignment with Nason Foundation's Mission: "To promote the health and vitality of our community through financial support and education."

Eligibility Requirements

1. Organization must be located in or serving the service area of Nason Hospital 2. Must be a 501(c)(3) organization or organization that qualifies for a deductible contribution using IRS rules 3. Must be a qualified organization that meets the 50% limit organization rules

Application Restrictions

One grant per organization per 12-month period (to conserve limited resources)
Applications approved on quarterly basis by Nason Foundation Board
Applicants notified within 4 weeks after Board decision

Reporting Requirements

A letter describing how funds were utilized and/or a site visit may be required

Contact Information

Nason Foundation Executive Director: Jodi Cessna c/o Central Pennsylvania Community Foundation 1616 East Pleasant Valley Blvd Altoona, PA 16602 Email: [email protected] Phone: 814-944-6102

How to Apply

Application Requirements

Submit the following items:

1. Grant Application Cover Sheet (download from website)
2. Copy of current IRS determination letter indicating 501(c)(3) tax-exemption status OR letter from organization stating it meets the 50% limit organization rules
3. Most recent audited annual financial statement
4. Narrative of the project (1 to 5 pages)
5. Detailed budget for the project
6. List of the Board of Directors
7. Letters of support (OPTIONAL) - substantiate the need for the project and collaboration with other organizations

Submission Methods

Email: [email protected]

Mail:
Nason Foundation
c/o Jodi Cessna, Executive Director
Central Pennsylvania Community Foundation
1616 East Pleasant Valley Blvd
Altoona, PA 16602

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What Nason Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025

Grants in 2025: 5
Total given: $92K
Median grant: $11K
Range: $8,000–$45K

By dollars: Pennsylvania 100%. Top recipient cities: Roaring Spring, PA; Altoona, PA; Harrisburg, PA.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

Southern Alleghenies Ems Council · Altoona, PA

Funds are used to purchase automated external defibillators ems simulation trailer

$45K
Roaring Spring Community Library · Roaring Spring, PA

Funds used for kids pantry and food pantry and hygiene project

$19K
Friendship Fire Company · Roaring Spring, PA

Funds used for 11 cameras

$11K
The American Heart Association · Harrisburg, PA

Sponsorship of organization's "go red for women" promoting female heart health

$10K
Yes to Kids · Roaring Spring, PA

Funds used for water safety and learn to swim

$8,000