T J Kavanagh Foundation Inc
Historical FunderHermitage, Pennsylvania · EIN 23-6442981 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$870K
Organizations funded54
Typical grant$8,000
Total assets$23M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,500 and $15,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | TJ KAVANAGH FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 1667, HERMITAGE PA 16148 |
| Phone | 7243475215 |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS SHOULD MAIL A LETTER OF APPLICATION AND ANY RELEVANT INFORMATION TO THE PO BOX. |
| Deadlines | SEPTEMBER 30 |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
11% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennedy Catholic Family of Schools | Hermitage, PA | Education | $125,000 |
| Prince of Peace Ctr | Farrell, PA | Community service | $90,000 |
| Fh Buhl Trustees | Sharon, PA | Community service | $70,000 |
| Notre Dame Church | Hermitage, PA | Religious | $60,000 |
| St Michael's School | Greenville, PA | Education | $50,000 |
| Buhl Park Corporation | Sharon, PA | Community service | $40,000 |
| Hope Ctr for Arts and Technology | Sharon, PA | Educattion | $40,000 |
| Slippery Rock University | Slippery Rock, PA | Education | $30,000 |
| Area Community Theater | Sharpsville, PA | Community service | $25,000 |
| John Xxiii Home | Hermitage, PA | Community service | $25,000 |
| The Penn State University | Sharon, PA | Education | $20,000 |
| Willow Women's Center | Transfer, PA | Community service | $20,000 |
| Church of the Beloved Disciple | Grove City, PA | Religious | $15,000 |
| Church of the Good Shepherd | West Middlesex, PA | Religious | $15,000 |
| Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church | Mercer, PA | Religious | $15,000 |
| Our Lady of Fatima Church | Farrell, PA | Religious | $15,000 |
| St Bartholomews Roman Catholic Church | Sharpsville, PA | Religious | $15,000 |
| St Eulalia's Church | Coudersport, PA | Religious | $15,000 |
| St Joseph's Church | Sharon, PA | Religious | $15,000 |
| Catholic Charities Counseling and Adoption | Erie, PA | Religious | $10,000 |
| Community Food Warehouse | Sharon, PA | Community service | $10,000 |
| Comprehensive Learning Center | Warninster, PA | Education | $10,000 |
| Scsd Robotics Program | Sharon, PA | Education | $10,000 |
| The Ohio State University | Columbus, OH | Education | $10,000 |
| Diocese of Erie | Erie, PA | Religious | $8,000 |
| Hermitage Vol Fire Dept | Hermitage, PA | Community service | $8,000 |
| Joshua's Haven | Sharon, PA | Community service | $8,000 |
| Knights of Columbus Scholarship | Coudersport, PA | Community service | $8,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Sharon, PA | Community service | $7,000 |
| Buhl Community Recreation Ctr | Sharon, PA | Community service | $5,000 |
| Childrens Ctr of Mercer County | Hermitage, PA | Community service | $5,000 |
| Delaware Valley College of Science and Agriculture | Doylestown, PA | Education | $5,000 |
| George Jr Republic | Grove City, PA | Community service | $5,000 |
| Mercyhurst College | Erie, PA | Education | $5,000 |
| St Pauls Homes | Greenville, PA | Community service | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Sharon, PA | Community service | $5,000 |
| Sharon Beautification Committee | Sharon, PA | Community service | $5,000 |
| Sharon Historical Society | Sharon, PA | Community service | $5,000 |
| Shenango Valley Children's Transplant Fund | Hermitage, PA | Community service | $5,000 |
| University of the Cumberlands | Williamsburg, KY | Education | $5,000 |
| Happy Valley Launch Box | State College, PA | Community service | $3,500 |
| Coudersport Public Library | Coudersport, PA | Community service | $3,000 |
| Coudersport Vol Fire Dept | Coudersport, PA | Community service | $3,000 |
| Washington County Jr Football League | Hagerstown, MD | Community service | $2,500 |
| Museum of Cape May | Cape May Court House, NJ | Community service | $2,000 |
| Ridgewood at Shenango Valley | Hermitage, PA | Community service | $2,000 |
| Shenango Valley Community Library | Sharon, PA | Community service | $2,000 |
| Strimbu Memorial Fund | Brookfiled, OH | Community service | $2,000 |
| Obrien Children Memorial Fund | Brookfield, OH | Community service | $1,200 |
| Custaloga Town Scout Reservation | Carlton, PA | Community service | $1,000 |
| Fredonia Vol Fire Dept | Fredonia, PA | Community service | $1,000 |
| Shenango Valley Chorale | Sharon, PA | Community service | $1,000 |
| Shenango Valley River Watchers | Sharon, PA | Community service | $1,000 |
| Waterfire | Sharon, PA | Community service | $1,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Valley Launch Box | State College, PA | Community service | $3,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $870,200 | 55 |
| 2023 | $802,408 | 55 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543179349102789
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-6442981
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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