Funding search · EIN 250965465 · Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh Child Guidance Foundation

A private foundation (files IRS Form 990-PF). Most private foundations do not take unsolicited applications; the route in is usually a program officer.

101
grants reported
$939,450
total given
2022–2025
filing years
$10,000
median grant

Based on grants this organization reported to the IRS for tax years 20222025. This is what they filed, not a complete record of their giving, and recent years may be incomplete because filings lag.

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  • South Hills Interfaith Movement4 grants · $83,000
  • Familylinks4 grants · $53,000
  • Homeless Children'S Education Fund4 grants · $47,000
  • Women'S Center & Shelter3 grants · $42,000
  • Allegheny Valley Association of Churches2 grants · $40,000
  • Jubilee Association3 grants · $38,500
  • East End Cooperative Ministry3 grants · $30,000
  • The Salvation Army2 grants · $30,000
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of Pittsburgh2 grants · $30,000
  • Angels' Place3 grants · $29,000

Giving over time

$213,500
2022
$262,500
2023
$247,200
2024
$216,250
2025

Grant history

The 100 largest of 101 grants.

  • $30,000

    South Hills Interfaith Movement · Bethel Park, PA · 2024

    Support for service coordination and direct assistance programs that prevent families from facing financial or housing crises.

  • $25,000

    South Hills Interfaith Movement · Bethel Park, PA · 2023

    Support for service coordination and direct assistance programs that prevent families from facing financial or housing crises.

  • $23,000

    South Hills Interfaith Movement · Bethel Park, PA · 2022

    Support for service coordination and direct assistance programs that prevent families from facing financial or housing crises.

  • $20,000

    Allegheny Valley Association of Churches · Natrona Heights, PA · 2023

    Support for the family promise network for homeless families, a cohort of churches providing meals, shelter and hospitality to families with children experiencing homelessness.

  • $20,000

    Allegheny Valley Association of Churches · Natrona Heights, PA · 2022

    Support for the family promise network for homeless families, a cohort of churches providing meals, shelter and hospitality to families with children experiencing homelessness.

  • $15,000

    Familylinks · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Young adults, ages 16 - 21 who are transitioning out of foster care are housed in a supervised apartment-style living to enable the successful transition to independent living.

  • $15,000

    Sojourner House · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Youth focused initiatives provide homework help; work to improve school attendance, academic performance; provide mentoring for teens grades 6 - 12 and summer camp for grades 1- 8 to reduce learning loss and promote phy read all
  • $15,000

    Big Brothers Big Sisters of Pittsburgh · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for mentor2.0, which provides guidance and educational opportunities to high school students experiencing homelessness through one-on-one mentorship and post-secondary preparation classes.

  • $15,000

    Women'S Center & Shelter · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for the children's advocacy program, which provides healing advocacy and counseling to child victims of intimate partner violence most of whom are experiencing homelessness.

  • $15,000

    Big Brothers Big Sisters of Pittsburgh · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for mentor2.0, which provides guidance and educational opportunities to high school students experiencing homelessness through one-on-one mentorship and post-secondary preparation classes.

  • $15,000

    Jubilee Association · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the preventing homelessness program, which provides one-time financial support for families in crisis to prevent their eviction or utility shut-offs while connecting families to job search and training resou read all
  • $15,000

    The Salvation Army · Carnegie, PA · 2023

    Support for pathway of hope, a program that provides wraparound services to previously homeless families with children by empowering them to better prepare for success in life and break the cycle of poverty.

  • $15,000

    Women'S Center & Shelter · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the children's advocacy program, which provides healing advocacy and counseling to child victims of intimate partner violence most of whom are experiencing homelessness.

  • $15,000

    Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for mentor2.0, which provides guidance and educational opportunities to high school students experiencing homelessness through one-on-one mentorship and post-secondary preparation classes.

  • $15,000

    The Salvation Army · Carnegie, PA · 2022

    Support for pathway of hope, a program that provides wraparound services to previously homeless families with children by empowering them to better prepare for success in life and break the cycle of poverty.

  • $14,000

    Familylinks · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for the homeless assistance fund, which provides critical financial assistance to families experiencing homelessness, transitioning to temporary or new permanent housing, or in imminent danger of homelessness.

  • $14,000

    Familylinks · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the homeless assistance fund, which provides critical financial assistance to families experiencing homelessness, transitioning to temporary or new permanent housing, or in imminent danger of homelessness.

  • $13,500

    Homeless Children'S Education Fund · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Teen outreach program gives rising juniors and seniors paid work experiences, mentorship, training for those who have experienced or are at risk of homelessness. 90% of seniors graduate on time; 82% will exceed proficie read all
  • $13,500

    Homeless Children'S Education Fund · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for winnie's wagon, a mobile classroom providing direct instruction, school supplies, internet connectivity, and technology for school-age children who are experiencing homelessness.

  • $13,500

    Jubilee Association · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for the preventing homelessness program, which provides one-time financial support for families in crisis to prevent their eviction or utility shut-offs while connecting families to job search and training resou read all
  • $13,000

    Women'S Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the children's advocacy program, which provides healing advocacy and counseling to child victims of intimate partner violence most of whom are experiencing homelessness.

  • $12,500

    Youth Guidance (Becoming a Man) · West Homestead, PA · 2025

    Works with 550 male students grades 6 to 12 to increase school engagement, academic attainment and improve social and emotional wellbeing through engagement with role models and being a reliable presence in their school read all
  • $12,500

    Serenity Living Transitional Home · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the life stabilization program and/or the taking youth higher non-residential program

  • $12,000

    Dragon'S Den · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    After school & summer camp for 250 youth in west homestead, whitaker and munhall. Work with 30+ partners to offer workshops focused environment, culture/heritage, physical/mental health topics.

  • $12,000

    Women'S Center & Shelter · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    The 125 children living in shelter for 5 or more days will maintain school attendance; receive tutoring reading sessions and physical activity and engage in field trips. Average length of stay is 60 days.

  • $12,000

    Goodwill of Southwestern Pa · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the goodstart rapid rehousing program, which provides supportive housing with case management, education, training, financial literacy, and other wraparound services, to families experiencing homelessness.

  • $12,000

    Allies for Health Wellbeing · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for housing for clients living with hiv/aids and their children to prevent them from becoming homeless.

  • $10,000

    Cafe Momentum · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Comprehensive 12-month program for teens 15-19 who have been involved with justice system. Case managers and staff mentor and provide trauma informed care. Participants work to advance their education; receive paid inte read all
  • $10,000

    Casa San Jose · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Provides personalized support for youth 12-18 to overcome bullying, cultural & language barriers; social and emotional support in their native language.

  • $10,000

    East End Cooperative Ministry · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Offers sumer camp for 250 children ages 5 - 16, providing developmental and enrichment programs; physical education and encouraging positive decision making; and reduce learning loss.

  • $10,000

    Neighborhood Learning Alliance · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Program will support 100 youth 6 - 17,from mckeesport, wilkinsburg, duquesne and other low income communities, who would not otherwise be able to participate in the scouting program.

  • $10,000

    Open Up · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Will support elementary students and engage 10-15 high school mentors to close the education gap while removing the stigma often associated with tutoring and remedial reading. Mentors will work as paid interns.

  • $10,000

    Schools That Can · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Will work with 30 students ages 5 - 11 to pilot a student-led, community care system in schools for children with disabilities; high stress levels.

  • $10,000

    The Pittsburgh Project · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    An after school program for 250 children & teens k- 12 on the north side. Participants receive homework help, transportation, extracurricular lessons, and engage in community service. High school students participate in read all
  • $10,000

    Young Black Motivated Kings and Queens · Glenshaw, PA · 2025

    The shift program for middle school students brings stability to these children who face food insecurity, exposure to violence, unstable home environments by providing mentoring, counseling, trauma information case and read all
  • $10,000

    East End Cooperative Ministry · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for the school of nursing's mcginley-rice national symposium "exploring social justice for vulnerable populations: the face of the person who is incarcerated."

  • $10,000

    Angels' Place · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the family support program, which connects families with young children to resources including emergency housing, early childhood education and family support to improve options for housing stabilization.

  • $10,000

    Bridge To the Mountains · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the family emergency shelter program, which provides emergency shelter to pregnant women and women with children who are experiencing sudden homelessness and are at risk of having to live on the street or fa read all
  • $10,000

    East End Cooperative Ministry · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the school of nursing's mcginley-rice national symposium "exploring social justice for vulnerable populations: the face of the person who is incarcerated."

  • $10,000

    Familylinks · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the homeless assistance fund, which provides critical financial assistance to families experiencing homelessness, transitioning to temporary or new permanent housing, or in imminent danger of homelessness.

  • $10,000

    Hearth · Glenshaw, PA · 2023

    Support for a transitional housing program that provides housing and resources for women with children who are survivors of domestic violence

  • $10,000

    Homeless Children'S Education Fund · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for winnie's wagon, a mobile classroom providing direct instruction, school supplies, internet connectivity, and technology for school-age children who are experiencing homelessness.

  • $10,000

    Jeremiah'S Place · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the strong families program, which will provide free short-term emergency care for families in crisis with children under six.

  • $10,000

    Light of Life · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the women with children program, which provides subsidized apartments, training and education, childcare, and transportation support to mothers with children experiencing homelessness, or are recovering from read all
  • $10,000

    Angels' Place · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the family support program, which connects families with young children to resources including emergency housing, early childhood education and family support to improve options for housing stabilization.

  • $10,000

    Bethlehem Haven · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the safe at home program, which provides assistance to families experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless.

  • $10,000

    Bridge To the Mountains · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the family emergency shelter program, which provides emergency shelter to pregnant women and women with children who are experiencing sudden homelessness and are at risk of having to live on the street or fa read all
  • $10,000

    Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the goodstart rapid rehousing program, which provides supportive housing with case management, education, training, financial literacy, and other wraparound services, to families experiencing homelessness.

  • $10,000

    Homeless Children'S Education Fund · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for winnie's wagon, a mobile classroom providing direct instruction, school supplies, internet connectivity, and technology for school-age children who are experiencing homelessness.

  • $10,000

    Jubilee Association · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the preventing homelessness program, which provides one-time financial support for families in crisis to prevent their eviction or utility shut-offs while connecting families to job search and training resou read all
  • $10,000

    Light of Life Mission'S Women & Children Program · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the women with children program, which provides subsidized apartments, training and education, childcare, and transportation support to mothers with children experiencing homelessness, or are recovering from read all
  • $9,500

    Brookline Teen Outreach · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    After school program for 250 -300 teens from brookline, dormont, carrick, brentwood, mt. Oliver and mt. Lebanon. Services include early mental health intervention, homework help, skill development, career exploration, f read all
  • $9,500

    Brookline Teen Outreach · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for youth in the greater pittsburgh area to maximize their potential through educational and social programming, life skills workshops, tutoring, community service opportunities, and licensed counseling.

  • $9,000

    Angels' Place · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for the family support program, which connects families with young children to resources including emergency housing, early childhood education and family support to improve options for housing stabilization.

  • $9,000

    Casa San Jose · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for connecting, supporting, and advocating for the latino community.

  • $9,000

    Dragon'S Den · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for programing to provide transformative learning environments through the use of a suspended obstacle course and other innovative programs designed to teach youth of diverse backgrounds and abilities to overcom read all
  • $9,000

    Jeremiah'S Place · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the strong families program, which will provide free short-term emergency care for families in crisis with children under six.

  • $8,500

    Serenity Living Transitional Home · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for the life stabilization program and/or the taking youth higher non-residential program

  • $8,500

    Art Expression · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for programming for children, youth and adults living in five shelters that teaches communication skills and problem-solving techniques, builds confidence, encourages self-reflection, and builds social skills th read all
  • $8,000

    Hello Neighbor · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for refugee and immigrant familes by matching them with dedicated neighbors to guide and support them.

  • $8,000

    Light of Life · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for the women with children program, which provides subsidized apartments, training and education, childcare, and transportation support to mothers with children experiencing homelessness, or are recovering from read all
  • $8,000

    The Childrens Home · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support from promoting the health and well-being of infants and children through services that establish and strengthen the family.

  • $8,000

    The Pittsburgh Project · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for the provision of after-school programs and spaces for community building.

  • $8,000

    Youth Guidance (Becoming a Man) · West Homestead, PA · 2024

    Support for the creation and implementation of school-based programs that enable children to overcome obstacles, focus on their education and succeed in school and life.

  • $8,000

    Catapult · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the day one project, which provides two years of supportive housing for single parents with children three and under. Participants learn about emotional and physical health; child development; financial inde read all
  • $8,000

    Serenity Living Transitional Home · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the life stabilization program and/or the taking youth higher non-residential program

  • $7,500

    Abiding Missions · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    9-month after school program for children, grades 1-5 in allentown & s. Hilltop neighborhoods. Programs include academic support, field trips, class in arts, cooking, environmental topics, & community engagement.

  • $7,500

    Steel City Squash · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    An academic and athletic program encouraging students to challenge themselves and reach their fullest potential. Program focuses on mentoring academic improvement, community service, physical fitness.

  • $7,500

    Fbi Citizens' Academy · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for promoting a safer community through community service projects, and to effect a more informed community about law enforcement, with particular emphasis on the mission, resources, and limitations of the fbi.

  • $7,500

    Steel City Squash · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for providing the space and tools needed to teach the community the sport of squash

  • $7,500

    North Hills Community Outreach · Allison Park, PA · 2023

    Support for rental assistance for families with school-aged children

  • $7,000

    Beverly'S Birthdays · North Huntingdon, PA · 2023

    Support for the birthday cheer program, which takes the party to the children living in shelters, or who attend schools in low -income areas by providing pre-assembled birthdays in-a-bag for distribution to partner agen read all
  • $6,000

    Beverly'S Birthdays · North Huntingdon, PA · 2022

    Support for the birthday cheer program, which takes the party to the children living in shelters, or who attend schools in low -income areas by providing pre-assembled birthdays in-a-bag for distribution to partner agen read all
  • $6,000

    Sister'S Place · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support to provide residential clients with basic needs so they can focus on recovery from addiction, financial stability, employment, and education.

  • $5,000

    Bender Leadership · Moon Township, PA · 2025

    Mentoring, skill building of soft and workplace skills, including job search techniques, goal setting for youth ages 11 to 22 with disabilities.

  • $5,000

    Girls Inc of Greater Pittsburgh · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Will partner with 40 schools and 6 universities to train 250 college students as mentors for elementary and middle school children ages 7-14.

  • $5,000

    Goodwill · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Youthworks - hire me will work with 450 youth ages 14-21 to develop life and social skills to successfully transition to paid employment. Program includes job shadowing, mentoring and some participants work as paid inte read all
  • $5,000

    Scouting America Laurel Highlands Countil · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    An education to employment program for 800 high risk high school students. Facilitators encourage critical thinking, career exploration, self-evaluation, job readiness skills & improving communication skills.

  • $5,000

    South Hills Interfaith Movement · Bethel Park, PA · 2025

    Will acquire toys, games and creative materials and sensory supplies for the 125 children living in shelters.

  • $5,000

    Will Allen School Partnership · Pittsburgh, PA · 2025

    Pathways program assists students in developing communication; time management and problem solving skills and are introduced to career opportunities in healthcare, it, energy, utilities and manufacturing; and are matche read all
  • $5,000

    Aaron Donald 99 Solutions · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for program to help under-resourced youth by providing education and resources in supportive and safe environments so they are empowered academically, socially, and athletically.

  • $5,000

    Focus On Renewal · McKees Rocks, PA · 2024

    Support for community development through connecting children, adults, and families with relationships, resources, and opportunities

  • $5,000

    Fund for Advancement of Minorities Through Education (Fame) · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for african american youth to become student ambassadors of today, leaders of tomorrow and stewards of their communities by providing access to college preparatory education at participating independent schools read all
  • $5,000

    Hearth · Glenshaw, PA · 2024

    Support for a transitional housing program that provides housing and resources for women with children who are survivors of domestic violence

  • $5,000

    Jeremiah'S Place · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for the strong families program, which will provide free short-term emergency care for families in crisis with children under six.

  • $5,000

    Schools That Can · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for providing culturally relevant career readiness programming that helps schools meet student needs.

  • $5,000

    Sojourner House · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the moms supportive housing program, which provides addiction recovery support, mentorship, and other services to help clients secure permanent housing, gain job training and secure employment.

  • $5,000

    Sojourner House Moms · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the moms supportive housing program, which provides addiction recovery support, mentorship, and other services to help clients secure permanent housing, gain job training and secure employment.

  • $4,000

    Greater Valley Community Services · Braddock, PA · 2024

    Support for strengthening, educating, and empowering children and familes through collaboration and resources while promoting safety, growth, and strong community.

  • $3,000

    Tickets for Kids · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the cultural access program, which distributes donated tickets to arts, cultural and entertainment events for children living in shelters.

  • $3,000

    Ticket for Kids Charities · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the cultural access program, which distributes donated tickets to arts, cultural and entertainment events for children living in shelters.

  • $2,000

    Pgh Arts & Lectures · Pittsburgh, PA · 2024

    Support for connecting celebrated authors with the comunity, elevate civic discourse, and inspire creativity and a passion for the literary arts.

  • $2,000

    Duquesne University · Pittsburgh, PA · 2023

    Support for the school of nursing's mcginley-rice national symposium "exploring social justice for vulnerable populations: the face of the person who is socially isolated."

  • $2,000

    Grantmakers in Health · Washington, DC · 2023

    Support to to help foundations, corporate giving programs, and other philanthropic organizations improve the health of all people. Its mission is to foster communication and collaboration among grantmakers and others an read all
  • $2,000

    Grantmakers in Health · Washington, DC · 2022

    Local funding partner.

  • $1,500

    Duquesne University · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for the school of nursing's mcginley-rice national symposium "exploring social justice for vulnerable populations: the face of the person who is socially isolated."

  • $1,000

    Allegheny County Camp Cadet · Ellwood City, PA · 2025

    Executive director grant in support of the free weeklong summer program for girls and boys ages 12 to 14 to build confidence, discipline, and social skills while learning about law enforcement.

  • $750

    Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank · Duquesne, PA · 2025

    Executive director grant to assist those experiencing food insecurities.

  • $500

    Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank · Duquesne, PA · 2023

    Support to provide food for families and individuals experiencing food instability in the pittsburgh area.

  • $500

    Rand · Pittsburgh, PA · 2022

    Support for objective research and analysis that helps develop solutions to public policy challenges to make communities safe, more secure, healthier, and more prosperous.

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