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Lewis A. and Donna M. Patterson Charitable Foundation Grant

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in western Pennsylvania that focus on arts, education, health care research, and support for economically disadvantaged communities.

$5,000
Forecasted
Recurring
Grant Description

The Lewis A. and Donna M. Patterson Charitable Foundation offers annual grant funding to nonprofit organizations that serve communities in western Pennsylvania. The foundation is committed to improving the world through charitable giving, particularly in the fields of arts and culture, higher education, health care research, and services for the poor. The foundationโ€™s giving is guided by a strong focus on supporting meaningful, community-based efforts that enrich the lives of Pennsylvanians in key counties. Grant funds are awarded to qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations engaged in charitable, religious, scientific, literary, or educational work that aligns with both federal tax code and Pennsylvania trust law. Although there are no strict limitations on program types, the foundation primarily supports initiatives that contribute to cultural enrichment, promote educational advancement, provide health-related research or care, and uplift economically disadvantaged individuals. Grants from this foundation typically average $5,000. On average, eight grants are awarded each year. Funding can be applied to a range of eligible activities within the foundation's priority sectors, though the specific use of funds is determined at the time of award. The foundation values initiatives that contribute to public benefit and have a clearly defined charitable purpose within its geographic and thematic focus areas. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but in order to be considered at the annual grant meeting in June, proposals must be submitted no later than April 30. Applicants receive automated confirmation upon submission. Successful grantees are generally required to submit a progress report within six months of receiving funds, unless otherwise specified at the time of award. Eligible applicants must serve one or more of the following Pennsylvania counties: Greene, Somerset, Bedford, Washington, Allegheny, Westmoreland, Indiana, Centre, Beaver, Butler, Armstrong, and Lawrence. The foundation is managed by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., which oversees the grant process and administration.

Funding Details

Award Range

Not specified - $5,000

Total Program Funding

Not specified

Number of Awards

Not specified

Matching Requirement

No

Additional Details

One-time grants with required reporting within 6 months of disbursement unless otherwise noted

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits

Additional Requirements

Organizations must be recognized under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code and meet Pennsylvania trust law requirements for charitable purpose

Geographic Eligibility

Greene, Somerset, Bedford, Washington, Allegheny, Westmoreland, Indiana, Centre, Beaver, Butler, Armstrong, and Lawrence counties in Pennsylvania

Key Dates

Application Opens

Not specified

Application Closes

Not specified

Contact Information

Grantor

Lewis A. and Donna M. Patterson Charitable Foundation

Phone

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Categories
Arts
Humanities
Community Development