Grants from Pittsburgh & Western PA Trusts via PNC Bank

Grants from Pittsburgh & Western PA Trusts via PNC Bank

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Pittsburgh / Western PA Trusts via PNC Bank
Last Updated: March 17, 2026

Summary

The Pittsburgh and Western PA Trusts, managed through PNC Bank, support diverse projects that enhance community well-being. They prioritize initiatives that provide direct services, address community needs, and benefit underserved populations. Eligible organizations must hold 501(c)(3) status and demonstrate a commitment to measurable outcomes and financial accountability. Funding is not available for general operating costs or for-profit entities. Interested applicants are encouraged to inquire via email for further details.

Overview

Pittsburgh / Western PA The City of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County and Western Pennsylvania are supported by a number of trusts through the quarterly process. The Charitable Trusts team encourages all applicants to send an inquiry email to the PNC Charitable Trust. Our Committee supports projects and programs that: Support year-round programming. Provide direct services to individuals and reflect the core social mission of the organization. Address a need in the community for which there is a demonstrated demand. Have broad impact or benefit underserved populations. Have measurable outcomes, a plan for documenting results, and long-term sustainability. Have diversified income streams and demonstrate effective financial accountability. Involve collaboration with other organizations. Complement rather than duplicate the work of other non-profit organizations.Are submitted from organizations that have 3 years of operation in full service to others. Also, the program or project for which you are applying needs to have at least one (1) complete year with a report showing the measurable impact available prior to applying

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. We fund organizations that have the necessary public charity status (tax-exempt under 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code)

Ineligibility

The PNC Foundation and PNC Bank will not provide support for organizations that discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, age, ancestry, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status.Our Committee generally does not support:General Operating Costs.Pilot or new programming.Event, conference or seminar sponsorships or entry fees.Multi-year commitments.For-profit organizations.Individuals or private foundations.Fraternal, political, advocacy or labor organizations.Capital expenses or capital campaigns