The Jacob Fend Foundation
Historical FunderJohnstown, Pennsylvania · EIN 25-1371934 · 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 | MARSHA A SWANSBORO |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 966, JOHNSTOWN PA 15907 |
| Phone | 8145323901 |
| Form and materials | 1. A CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION REQUESTING FUNDS FROM THE FOUNDATION SHALL BE CHARTERED AS A NON-PROFIT CHARITABLE OR ORGANZIATION AND LOCATED WITHIN THE GREATER JOHNSTOWN AREA. 2. A CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION REQUESTING FUNDS FROM THE FOUNDATION SHALL HAVE A PUBLICALY STATED POLICY OF PROVIDING ASSISTANCE, CARE, DIRECTION AND SUPPORT FOR NEEDY CHILDREN BETWEEN THE AGES OF THREE AND EIGHTEEN YEARS. 3. AN EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION REQUESTING FUNDS FROM THE FOUNDATION SHALL APPLY SUCH MONIES SOLELY FOR THE TUTION EXPENSE OF STUDENTS WHO QUALIFY AS NEEDS, AS SET FORTH BY THE INSTITUTION REQUESTING THE FUNDS. 4. A CHARITABLE ORGANZIATION REQUESTING FUNDS FROM THE FOUNDATION SHALL SUBMIT A DEFINITIVE PLAN FOR THE USE OF THOSE FUNDS. 5. A CHARITABLE ORGANZIATION RECEIVING FUNDS FROM THE FOUNDATION SHALL SUBMIT A REPORT AS TO THE MANNER IN WHICH THE FUNDS WERE EXPENDED. |
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
0% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First National Trust Company | Johnstown, PA | Penn highlands community college pro | $15,575 |
| Community Foundation of Gr Johnstow | Johsntown, PA | Early childhood education fund grant | $10,000 |
| The Learning Lamp | Johnstown, PA | 2025 programs | $5,000 |
| Cambria County Packback Project | Johnstown, PA | Weekend food costs for 300 children | $5,000 |
| Greater Johnstown YMCA | Johnstown, PA | Friday night safe spaces | $5,000 |
| Bottleworks Arts on 3Rd Avenue | Johnstown, PA | Summer arts academy & camp bw progra | $3,500 |
| First National Trust Company | Johnstown, PA | Trojan access college program | $3,000 |
| Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania | Pittsburgh, PA | Girl scout troops in gr johnstown ar | $2,500 |
| First National Trust Company | Johnstown, PA | Scholarship for st francis | $2,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Johnstown, PA | 2025 summer camping program | $2,000 |
| United Way of the Laurel Highlands | Johnstown, PA | 2025 diaper bank | $2,000 |
| Precious Life Inc | Johnstown, PA | Resources for toddlers | $2,000 |
| Community Arts Center of Cambria Co | Johnstown, PA | 2025 arts outreach program | $1,000 |
| New Day Inc | Johnstown, PA | 2025 summer camping program | $1,000 |
| Community in Schools-Gr Johnstown | Johnstown, PA | Students daily needs/hygiene/etc | $1,000 |
| Coaches 4 Kids Foundation | Johsntown, PA | 2025 youth program | $1,000 |
| Beginnings Inc | Johnstown, PA | 2025 parents are teachers program | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $62,575 | 17 |
| 2024 | $60,911 | 18 |
| 2023 | $59,646 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 3, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641549349100209
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 25-1371934
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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