Frequently Asked Questions

In 2017, a $13,000 Small and Mighty grant was awarded to Proud Haven, Inc., an organization that provides safe shelter, emotional support and independent living skills for homeless LGBTQ+ youth through a network of partners.

My organization was funded through the Small and Mighty grants program in 2023. Are we eligible to apply to the 2024 grant cycle?

No.
My organization applied to the Small and Mighty grants program in 2023 and was declined. Are we eligible to apply to the 2024 grant cycle?

Yes.
Can organizations request a grant for a project that is different than what was supported through a previous Small and Mighty grant?

Yes.
If my organization previously applied for program support, are we eligible to apply for operating support?

Yes, organizations may apply for operating support in 2024. To be eligible for operating support, organizations must have at least two years of operating history. Nonprofits that have completed a capacity building program in the last five years will be most competitive.
What is the difference between a project and program?

The Foundation does not differentiate between project and program funding. Both have a definite beginning, end, and clearly outlined objectives and outputs that will be measured by the organization over the course of the grant period. Program funding is restricted; it must be expended on the specific activities outlined in the proposal and must not be utilized to support the general operations of the organization.
Can my organization fund program staff with a program grant?

Yes.
I lead a relatively new 501(c)3 organization without an annual audited financial statement or a 990. What kinds of financial information does the Foundation require in this case?

If an organization is a new 501(c)3 without an audited financial statement or not required to have an audited financial statement, they must provide evidence that the 990ez Postcard or Form 990 has been submitted. The organization must also submit the FINAL financial statements for their last completed fiscal year (ex. budget v. actual, profit and loss statement, statement of activity - revenue and expenses).
What organizations need to file an annual audit?

In Pennsylvania, a charitable organization with annual contributions of $750,000 or more must file an audited financial statement prepared by an independent CPA. A charitable organization with annual contributions less than $750,000 and at least $250,000 must file a financial statement that is reviewed or audited by an independent CPA. A charitable organization with annual contributions of less than $250,000 and at least $100,000 must have a compilation, review, or audit of its financial statements prepared by an independent CPA.
Does the Foundation support private non-operating foundations?

No, the Foundation is only able to award funding to 501(c)3 organizations or organizations which have a fiscal sponsor.

Still have questions?

For questions regarding guidelines, your proposal or eligibility, please contact Tika Good at goodc [at] pghfdn.org (goodc[at]pghfdn[dot]org) or 412-394-4293.

For questions regarding logging in to the online grant portal or online grant application, please contact Jill Ritchie at ritchiej [at] pghfdn.org (ritchiej[at]pghfdn[dot]org) or 412-394-2611.