Joseph B and Virginia H Banks Foundation
Invitation OnlyWilkesbarre, Pennsylvania · EIN 23-2953650 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $10,000.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Mountain Memorial Library Assn | Dallas, PA | Program support | $10,000 |
| Northeast Sight Services | Exeter, PA | Program support | $10,000 |
| Moa Prescription Fund | Kingston, PA | Program support | $10,000 |
| Casa of Luzerne County | Plains, PA | Program support | $5,000 |
| Family Services Association | Wilkesbarre, PA | Program support | $5,000 |
| Autism Foundation Allied Services | Clarks Summit, PA | Program support | $5,000 |
| Nepa Youth Shelter | Scranton, PA | Program support | $4,500 |
| Luzerne County SPCA | Wilkesbarre, PA | Program support | $4,000 |
| Childrens Service Center | Wilkesbarre, PA | Program support | $3,000 |
| Anthracite Scenic Trails Assn | Dallas, PA | Program support | $2,000 |
| Rotary Club of Dallas | Dallas, PA | Program support | $2,000 |
The return also lists 9 grants to individuals ($58,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $119,000 | 20 |
| 2024 | $82,470 | 20 |
| 2023 | $92,500 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601319349100235
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-2953650
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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