The Irene C Shea Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderPittsburgh, Pennsylvania · EIN 25-6410108 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | PNC CHARITABLE TRUST GRANT COMMITTE |
|---|---|
| Address | Tower at PNC Plaza 300 5th Ave MS, Pittsburgh PA 15222 |
| Phone | 4126037006 |
| Form and materials | SEE FOOTNOTE |
| Deadlines | SEE FOOTNOTE |
| Restrictions | SEE FOOTNOTE |
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
6% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlow University | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $159,000 |
| Women's Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $100,000 |
| Pennsylvania Organization for Wo | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $75,000 |
| East Liberty Family Health Care | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $75,000 |
| Coalition for Christian Outreach | Pittsburgh, PA | General purpose | $65,000 |
| Angel's Place | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $60,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Project | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $50,000 |
| East End Cooperative Ministry | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $50,000 |
| Kidsvoice | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $50,000 |
| Holy Family Institute | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $50,000 |
| Catholic Charities of the Diocese of PGH | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $50,000 |
| Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh Inc | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $40,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania Inc | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $30,000 |
| The Blessing Board | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $25,000 |
| City of Asylum | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $25,000 |
| Pittsburgh Symphony | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $25,000 |
| City Theatre Company Inc | Pittsburgh, PA | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Miracle League of the South Hills Inc | Bethel Park, PA | General support | $25,000 |
| Friends of Camp Kon-O-Kwee Spencer | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $25,000 |
| The Center for Theater Arts | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $24,000 |
| Family Guidance Inc | Aurora, IL | General support | $20,000 |
| Greater Valley Community Services Inc | Braddock, PA | General support | $20,000 |
| Crossroads Foundation | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $20,000 |
| Tiger Pause Youth Ministry | Beaver Falls, PA | General support | $15,000 |
| Cafe Momentum Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $15,000 |
| Urban Impact Foundation | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $15,000 |
| Carnegie Institute | Troy, MI | General support | $10,000 |
| Allegheny Council to Improve Our Neighborhoods-Housing Incorporated | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $10,000 |
| St Anthony School Programs | Wexford, PA | General support | $10,000 |
| The Neighborhood Academy | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $10,000 |
| Open Field | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $10,000 |
| Destiny of Faith Church | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $7,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,190,000 | 32 |
| 2023 | $1,159,425 | 30 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Dec 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533459349101303
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 25-6410108
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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