Bison Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyCanonsburg, Pennsylvania · EIN 46-5748145 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$622K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$1.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $100,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington City Mission | Washington, PA | General | $500,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Pi | Pittsburgh, PA | General | $100,000 |
| Carnegie Museums | Pittsburgh, PA | General | $20,000 |
| The Woodlands Foundation | Wexford, PA | General | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $622,000 | 4 |
| 2024 | $472,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $334,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 29, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611809349100921
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-5748145
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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