How to apply
Applicants should email privatefoundationsolutions@pnc.com to determine eligibility and receive guidance on the required materials and next steps for submitting an application or letter of inquiry. Contact: The John a Depizzo Jr Family Founda, Tower at Pnc Plaza 300 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa, 4128075961, PRIVATEFOUNDATIONSOLUTIONS@PNC.COM Deadlines: N/A Restrictions: The john a. Depizzo, jr. Family foundation seeks to ensure equal opportunity for future generations by supporting mental health awareness efforts, while focusing on the necessity of a healthy environment, both within the home, as well as globally, for generational success.
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
8 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Victim Assistance Program of Summit CountyAkron, OH | Charitable and educational purposes of supporting and advancing the mission of keeping and promoting victim assistance program of summit co… | $11K |
| Mill Creek Metroparks FoundationCanfield, OH | Adopt a trail program | $10K |
| Golden String IncYoungstown, OH | Charitable and educational purposes of supporting and advancing the mission of keeping and promoting golden string inc. to its highest leve… | $10K |
| Granville Parent Cooperative PreschoolGranville, OH | Operations & playground improvement | $10K |
| Austin Explore IncAustin, TX | Charitable and educational purposes of supporting and advancing the mission of keeping and promoting austin explore inc. to its highest lev… | $10K |
| Palos Verdes Peninsula Land ConservancyRancho Palos Verdes, CA | To support the san ramon habitat restoration project. | $10K |
| Forget-Me-Not BasketsWooster, OH | Charitable and educational purposes of supporting pregnancy & stillbirth support. | $10K |
| Olivia's GraceGirard, OH | Charitable and educational purposes of supporting and advancing the mission of keeping and promoting olivia's grace to its highest level of… | $5,000 |
By state: Ohio 6 · Texas 1 · California 1
About this foundation
John a Depizzo Jr Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, tax-exempt since 2021. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does John a Depizzo Jr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does John a Depizzo Jr Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $76K across 8 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does John a Depizzo Jr Family Foundation give?
Ohio (6 grants), Texas (1 grants), California (1 grants), per its latest filing.
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