Grant Opportunities
Foundation-Directed Grantmaking
The Pittsburgh Foundation is committed to helping the communities we serve become equitable and vibrant places where everyone can thrive. We will use a racial justice lens in our efforts to align our grantmaking with resident’s dreams for themselves, their families and their communities and prioritize support in the five focus areas listed below.
To learn more about our grant-making focus areas, select one of the following:
Basic Needs
Equity and Social Justice
Environmental Action
Arts and Culture
Application Deadlines
2025 Grant Deadlines
Foundation-Directed Grants | Application Deadlines* |
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Spring grant cycle | Monday, Feb. 3, 2025 by 5 p.m. (for funding decision by May 9.) |
Fall grant cycle | Dates TBD. |
*Dates above apply to most grant programs. If dates differ, they will be listed on the program page. Dates may be subject to change. The Foundation may adjust the timing of grants in consideration for funding.
Additional Grant Opportunities
Medical Research
Raymond C. and Martha S. Suckling Fund
Applications open until February 3, 2025
The Social Justice Fund
Serving Seniors in Allegheny County
Applications open until February 3, 2025
The Bennett Prize
The Charles E. Kaufman Foundation Fund
Small and Mighty Grants
Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh
Exposure Artists Program
Exposure Artist Fellowship
Carol R. Brown Creative Achievement Awards
The William S. Dietrich Funds of the Pittsburgh Foundation
Applications open until February 11, 2025
Sally Kalson Courage in Journalism Award
Grant Guidelines
How to Apply for Grants
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