Foundations that fund organizations in Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Jersey Shore nonprofits
6 private foundations gave $61K to Jersey Shore organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 6 that say either way accept applications.
8 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Jersey Shore around $5,000. 4 of these funders are based in Pennsylvania; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 6
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 6 that state a policy
- Dollars to Jersey Shore
- $61K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 8
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in PA
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Jersey Shore organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ramsey M Elizabeth Trust | Orlando, FL | 1 | $34K | $34K | Preselected only | Scholarships |
| Marguerite Carl Smith Foundation 230004 | Williamsport, PA | 3 | $15K | $5,000 | Preselected only | General purposes; Food distribution center |
| Lawrence E Heyler Charitable Trust | Williamsport, PA | 1 | $6,321 | $6,321 | Preselected only | To sustain thechurch and its activities |
| Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc C/O New Covenant Ucc | Williamsport, PA | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Preselected only | Camp scholarships |
| North Central Pa Golf Association | Lock Haven, PA | 1 | $1,170 | $1,170 | Yes | Educational |
| McInroy-Sheffer People Trust Ta | Buffalo, NY | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | General purpose |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania?
Ramsey M Elizabeth Trust, Marguerite Carl Smith Foundation 230004, Lawrence E Heyler Charitable Trust, Harry Plankenhorn Foundation Inc C/O New Covenant Ucc, North Central Pa Golf Association and 1 others reported grants to Jersey Shore organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Jersey Shore. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.