W I Patterson Charitable Fund
Historical FunderPittsburgh, Pennsylvania · EIN 25-6028639 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$325K
Organizations funded54
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$6.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | HAROLD BALK |
|---|---|
| Address | 354 HUNT ROAD, PITTSBURGH PA 15238 |
| Phone | 4129809700 |
| WPATTERSONFUND@GMAIL.COM | |
| Form and materials | LETTER FORM OUTLINING PROPOSED USE OF GRANT PROCEEDS; STATE WHETHER APPLICANT IS ORGANIZED AS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION UNDER GOVERNING STATE LAWS; ENCLOSE COPY OF IRS DETERMINATION LETTER. |
| Deadlines | TRUSTEES REVIEW APPLICATIONS QUARTERLY FOR CONSIDERATION WITHIN THE FUND'S FISCAL YEAR. |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE LIMITED TO ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA CHARITIES |
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 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $61,224 |
| Upmc Childrens Hospital Foundation | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $20,000 |
| East End Cooperative | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $10,000 |
| Every Child Inc | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $10,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $10,000 |
| Light of Life Rescue Mission | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $10,000 |
| Roots of Faith | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $10,000 |
| Pittsburgh Promise | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $8,394 |
| 412 Food Rescue | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Brashear Cares Food Pantry | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Bread of Life Food Pantry | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Carnegie Musuem of Pittsburgh | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| City of Asylum Pittsburgh | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| City Theatre | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Girls Scouts of America | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Hello Neighbor | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Imani Christian Academy | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Jewish Community Center | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of South Western Pennsylvania | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Make a Wish | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Manchester Bidwell Corporation | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| National Aviary | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Neighborhood Academy | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Pittsburgh Ballet Theater | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Pittsburgh Clo | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Pittsburgh Cultural Trust | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Pittsburgh Opera | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Reading Is Fundamental | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Riverlife | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Sharpsburgh Food Pantry | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Squirrel Hill Food Pantry | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| The Children's Home & Lemieux Family Center | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army of Western Pennsylvania | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Variety - the Children's Charity | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Wilkinsburg Community Ministry | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $5,000 |
| Jewish Family & Community Services of Pittsburgh | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $4,500 |
| Casa of Allegheny County | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $4,000 |
| Angel's Place | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $3,000 |
| Fisher House | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $3,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Project | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $3,000 |
| Three Rivers Rowing Assoc | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $3,000 |
| Tickets for Kids | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $3,000 |
| Attack Theater | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $2,500 |
| Freindship Circle of Pittsburgh | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $2,500 |
| Hosanna House | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $2,500 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $2,500 |
| Visability Pittsburgh | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $2,500 |
| Dress for Success Pittsburgh | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $2,000 |
| Girls Inc of Greater Pittsburgh | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $2,000 |
| Heritage Community Initiatives | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $2,000 |
| New Hazlett Center Performing Arts | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $2,000 |
| Project Linus | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $1,000 |
| Neighbors for Neighbors | Various, PA | Cash-General operating | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $325,118 | 54 |
| 2023 | $309,500 | 55 |
| 2022 | $310,990 | 53 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 16, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600479349100765
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 25-6028639
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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