The Britton Family Foundation
Historical FunderErie, Pennsylvania · EIN 25-1618532 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JOHN W BRITTON PRESIDENT |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 STATE ST STE 700, ERIE PA 16507 |
| Phone | 8148707710 |
| MMINNAUGH@SKMCO.COM | |
| Form and materials | SEE ATTACHED |
| Deadlines | SEE ATTACHED |
| Restrictions | SEE ATTACHED |
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
2% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamot Health Foundation | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $22,875 |
| Bayfront Maritime Center | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Erie County Historical Society | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Achievement Center | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association Greater Pa | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Dr Gertrude Barber Foundation | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Erie City Mission | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Sarah Reed Children's Center | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospit | Memphis, TN | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Stairways Behaviorial Health | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Erie Homes for Children and Adults | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Asbury Woods Partnership | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Greater Erie Area Habitat for Human | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Child Development Centers | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Flagship Niagara League | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Autism Society-Northwestern Pa | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Women's Care Center | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Experience Erie Children's Museum | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Erie Zoo | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Cathedral Preparatory School | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| St Jude the Apostle Church | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Camp Notre Dame | Fairview, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Community Shelter Services | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Crime Victim Center | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Emergycare | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Emmaus Ministries | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Highmark Caring Places | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Mercy Center for Women | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Orphan Angels Cat Sanctuary | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Parkinson Partners of Nwpa | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Perseus House | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Safenet | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Anna Shelter | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Mercy Hilltop Center | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Harborcreek Youth Services | Harborcreek, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| St Martin Center Inc | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Fairview Fire and Rescue | Fairview, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Humane Society of Nw Pa | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Erie Catholic Schools | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Blended Spirits Ranch | Fairview, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| St Patrick's Haven | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Early Connections | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Erie Yacht Club Fdn | Erie, PA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $265,375 | 45 |
| 2023 | $242,875 | 44 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202532199349100708
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 25-1618532
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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