How to apply
See www.pittsburghchildguidancefoundation.org Contact: Pam Golden the Pittsburgh Child Gui, 611 William Penn Plance Suite 303, Pittsburgh, Pa, 4124341665 Deadlines: See www.pittsburghchildguidancefoundation.org Restrictions: See www.pittsburghchildguidancefoundation.org
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
25 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sojourner HousePittsburgh, PA | Youth focused initiatives provide homework help; work to improve school attendance, academic performance; provide mentoring for teens grade… | $15K |
| FamilylinksPittsburgh, PA | Young adults, ages 16 - 21 who are transitioning out of foster care are housed in a supervised apartment-style living to enable the success… | $15K |
| Homeless Children's Education FundPittsburgh, PA | Teen outreach program gives rising juniors and seniors paid work experiences, mentorship, training for those who have experienced or are at… | $14K |
| Youth Guidance (becoming a Man)West Homestead, PA | Works with 550 male students grades 6 to 12 to increase school engagement, academic attainment and improve social and emotional wellbeing t… | $13K |
| Women's Center & ShelterPittsburgh, PA | The 125 children living in shelter for 5 or more days will maintain school attendance; receive tutoring reading sessions and physical activ… | $12K |
| Dragon's DenPittsburgh, PA | After school & summer camp for 250 youth in west homestead, whitaker and munhall. work with 30+ partners to offer workshops focused environ… | $12K |
| The Pittsburgh ProjectPittsburgh, PA | An after school program for 250 children & teens k- 12 on the north side. participants receive homework help, transportation, extracurricul… | $10K |
| Schools That CanPittsburgh, PA | Will work with 30 students ages 5 - 11 to pilot a student-led, community care system in schools for children with disabilities; high stress… | $10K |
| Open UpPittsburgh, PA | Will support elementary students and engage 10-15 high school mentors to close the education gap while removing the stigma often associated… | $10K |
| Neighborhood Learning AlliancePittsburgh, PA | Program will support 100 youth 6 - 17,from mckeesport, wilkinsburg, duquesne and other low income communities, who would not otherwise be a… | $10K |
| Young Black Motivated Kings and QueensGlenshaw, PA | The shift program for middle school students brings stability to these children who face food insecurity, exposure to violence, unstable ho… | $10K |
| East End Cooperative MinistryPittsburgh, PA | Offers sumer camp for 250 children ages 5 - 16, providing developmental and enrichment programs; physical education and encouraging positiv… | $10K |
| CASA San JosePittsburgh, PA | Provides personalized support for youth 12-18 to overcome bullying, cultural & language barriers; social and emotional support in their nat… | $10K |
| Cafe MomentumPittsburgh, PA | Comprehensive 12-month program for teens 15-19 who have been involved with justice system. case managers and staff mentor and provide traum… | $10K |
| Brookline Teen OutreachPittsburgh, PA | After school program for 250 -300 teens from brookline, dormont, carrick, brentwood, mt. oliver and mt. lebanon. services include early men… | $9,500 |
| Abiding MissionsPittsburgh, PA | 9-month after school program for children, grades 1-5 in allentown & s. hilltop neighborhoods. programs include academic support, field tri… | $7,500 |
| Steel City SquashPittsburgh, PA | An academic and athletic program encouraging students to challenge themselves and reach their fullest potential. program focuses on mentori… | $7,500 |
| Will Allen School PartnershipPittsburgh, PA | Pathways program assists students in developing communication; time management and problem solving skills and are introduced to career oppo… | $5,000 |
| South Hills Interfaith MovementBethel Park, PA | Will acquire toys, games and creative materials and sensory supplies for the 125 children living in shelters. | $5,000 |
| Scouting America Laurel Highlands CountilPittsburgh, PA | An education to employment program for 800 high risk high school students. facilitators encourage critical thinking, career exploration, se… | $5,000 |
| GoodwillPittsburgh, PA | Youthworks - hire me will work with 450 youth ages 14-21 to develop life and social skills to successfully transition to paid employment. p… | $5,000 |
| Girls Inc of Greater PittsburghPittsburgh, PA | Will partner with 40 schools and 6 universities to train 250 college students as mentors for elementary and middle school children ages 7-1… | $5,000 |
| Bender LeadershipMoon Township, PA | Mentoring, skill building of soft and workplace skills, including job search techniques, goal setting for youth ages 11 to 22 with disabili… | $5,000 |
| Allegheny County Camp CadetEllwood City, PA | Executive director grant in support of the free weeklong summer program for girls and boys ages 12 to 14 to build confidence, discipline, a… | $1,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food BankDuquesne, PA | Executive director grant to assist those experiencing food insecurities. | $750 |
About this foundation
Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, tax-exempt since 1948. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. See www.pittsburghchildguidancefoundation.org Deadlines: See www.pittsburghchildguidancefoundation.org.
How much does Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $216K across 25 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation give?
Pennsylvania (25 grants), per its latest filing.
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