Mark B & Jean Higgins Foundation
Historical FunderMcknight, Pennsylvania · EIN 94-2750759 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $900 and $4,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Mark C Higgins |
|---|---|
| Address | 105 Crestwood Drive, Pittsburgh PA 15237 |
| Phone | 7247195405 |
| Form and materials | Applicants must submit a brief informal request outlining the purpose of the Grant with copies of proposed Budget and IRS Determination Letter of exempt status. |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | Grants are made to organizations which have qualified for exemption under IRS Code. Generally Grants are made for educational purposes. However to the extent that funds are available Grants may be made for other purposes |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
26% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley School of Ligonier | Ligonier, PA | Charitable Contribution | $17,000 |
| The Gettysburg Foundation | Gettysburg, PA | Charitable Contribution | $10,000 |
| Grove City College | Grove City, PA | Charitable Contribution | $10,000 |
| The Kiski School | Saltsburg, PA | Charitable Contribution | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, NY | Charitable Contribution | $4,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI | Charitable Contribution | $4,000 |
| Friends of Casco Bay | South Portland, ME | Charitable Contribution | $1,500 |
| St Judes Childrens Hospital | Memphis, TN | Charitable Contribution | $1,500 |
| Camp Freedom | Carbondale, PA | Charitable Contribution | $1,000 |
| Christ Church Preschool | Pittsburgh, PA | Charitable Contribution | $1,000 |
| Emma Munson Foundation Inc | Pittsburgh, PA | Charitable Contribution | $1,000 |
| The Family Restored | Portland, ME | Charitable Contribution | $1,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh, PA | Charitable Contribution | $1,000 |
| Childrens Tumor Foundation | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable Contribution | $1,000 |
| Holy Trinity Church | Ligonier, PA | Charitable Contribution | $900 |
| Pittsburgh Creche Endowment Fund | Pittsburgh, PA | Charitable Contribution | $500 |
| North Hills Cares Inc | Glenshaw, PA | Charitable Contribution | $250 |
| Penn State Dance Marathon | State College, PA | Charitable Contribution | $250 |
| Westminster College | New Wilmington, PA | Charitable Contribution | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $66,150 | 19 |
| 2024 | $65,750 | 19 |
| 2023 | $61,050 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620839349100107
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 94-2750759
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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