Peoples Security Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderScranton, Pennsylvania · EIN 25-1886434 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JOAN ROTONDARO |
|---|---|
| Address | 150 NORTH WASHINGTON AVENUE, SCRANTON PA 18503 |
| Phone | 5703467741 |
| Form and materials | ALL APPLICANTS SHOULD INCLUDE COMPLETED STANDARD APPLICATION INCLUDING COPIES OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, PROPOSED PROGRAM BUDGETS, TOTAL AGENCY/ORGANIZATION BUDGET FOR CURRENT YEAR, NUMBER OF FULL-TIME/PART-TIME STAFF MEMBERS, IRS VERIFICATION OF 501(C)(3) TAX EXEMPT STATUS, AND LIST OF BOARD MEMBERS. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | AREAS OF INTEREST INCLUDE HEALTH, EDUCATION, SCIENTIFIC, LITERARY AND SOCIAL WELFARE PROGRAMS AND THE OVERALL PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH. GENERALLY, THE FOUNDATION DOES NOT CONTRIBUTE TO GENERAL OPERATING EXPENSES. |
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
12% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lackawanna College | Scranton, PA | Donation | $60,000 |
| Aclamo | Norristown, PA | Donation | $5,000 |
| Bethel AME Church | Scranton, PA | Donation | $5,000 |
| Howard Gardner School | Scranton, PA | Donation | $5,000 |
| Innovation Arts Academy | Catasauqua, PA | Donation | $5,000 |
| Goodwill Industries | Scranton, PA | Donation | $3,966 |
| Providence Pregnancy Center | Scranton, PA | Donation | $3,500 |
| Center for Humanistic Change | Bethlehem, PA | Donation | $2,500 |
| Endless Mountains Habitat for Humanity | Tunkhannock, PA | Donation | $2,500 |
| Greater Easton Development Partnership | Easton, PA | Donation | $2,500 |
| Wilkes University | Wilkes Barre, PA | Donation | $2,500 |
| Empower Somerset Inc | Somerville, NJ | Donation | $1,500 |
| B-K Health Center Dba Nepa Community Health | Kingsley, PA | Donation | $1,000 |
| Elijah's Promise | New Brunswick, NJ | Donation | $1,000 |
| Sights for Hope | Allentown, PA | Donation | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pa | Halifax, PA | Donation | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $102,466 | 16 |
| 2024 | $203,000 | 21 |
| 2023 | $115,000 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611259349101121
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 25-1886434
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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