Supports learning environments from pre-kindergarten to post-secondary education that position young learners to thrive. Current areas of interest include improving teacher quality, early childhood educational practices, expanded learning opportunities, and career education/future readiness.
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EducationEarly Childhood EducationTeacher TrainingWorkforce Development
Supports innovations in healthcare delivery systems, public health infrastructure, and community-based health promotion. Focus is on access to affordable care, preventive services, state-level policy, and addressing social drivers of health.
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HealthPublic Health
About This Foundation
Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation is a private corporation based in PITTSBURGH, PA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1946. It holds total assets of $447.8M. Annual income is reported at $2.4M. According to available records, Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation has made 641 grants totaling $60.7M, with a median grant of $86K. The foundation has distributed between $14.6M and $15.9M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $15.9M distributed across 166 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $800K, with an average award of $95K. The foundation has supported 285 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Virginia, which account for 96% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 14 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Application Information
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THE FOUNDATION DOES NOT HAVE SUBMISSION DEADLINES AND APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
Restrictions
THE FOUNDATION GENERALLY DOES NOT MAKE GRANTS IN SUPPORT OF: - ORGANIZATIONS LOCATED OUTSIDE WEST VIRGINIA OR SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA INDIVIDUALS - ORGANIZATIONS NOT EXEMPT FROM TAXATION UNDER INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 501(C)(3) - STUDENT AID, FELLOWSHIPS, OR TRAVEL - CONSTRUCTION OR EQUIPMENT - ENDOWMENT - ONGOING OPERATING EXPENSES - NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS - BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH - RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS FOR RELIGIOUS PURPOSES - INDIVIDUAL ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS - ANNUAL APPEALS OR MEMBERSHIP DRIVES - CONFERENCES, FILMS, BOOKS, AND AUDIO-VISUAL PRODUCTIONS, UNLESS AN INTEGRAL PART OF A FOUNDATION-SUPPORTED PROGRAM
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation fund?
Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 641 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WV, PA, VA.
How much does Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation give in grants?
Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation has distributed a total of $60.7M across 641 grants. The median grant size is $86K, with an average of $95K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $800K.
How do I apply for a grant from Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation?
The application deadline is THE FOUNDATION DOES NOT HAVE SUBMISSION DEADLINES AND APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.. THE FOUNDATION GENERALLY DOES NOT MAKE GRANTS IN SUPPORT OF: - ORGANIZATIONS LOCATED OUTSIDE WEST VIRGINIA OR SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA INDIVIDUALS - ORGANIZATIONS NOT EXEMPT FROM TAXATION UNDER INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 501(C)(3) - STUDENT AID, FELLOWSHIPS, OR TRAVEL - CONSTRUCTION OR EQUIPMENT - ENDOWMENT - ONGOING OPERATING EXPENSES - NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS - BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH - RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS FOR RELIGIOUS PURPOSES - INDIVIDUAL ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS - ANNUAL APPEALS OR MEMBERSHIP DRIVES - CONFERENCES, FILMS, BOOKS, AND AUDIO-VISUAL PRODUCTIONS, UNLESS AN INTEGRAL PART OF A FOUNDATION-SUPPORTED PROGRAM.
Where is Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation located?
Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation is headquartered in PITTSBURGH, PA. While based in PA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 14 states.
Coalfield Development CorporationTO LAUNCH A FIRST OF ITS KIND CLIMATE CHANGE RESILIENCY STRATEGY TO TRANSFORM THE ECONOMY IN THE COALFIELDS REGION OF WEST VIRGINIA AS PART OF THE NATIONAL BUILD BACK BETTER CHALLENGE (OVER THREE YEARS)
Huntington, WV
$600K
2023
West Virginia University Foundation IncTO RECRUIT AND RETAIN TEACHERS TO WEST VIRGINIA BY HIGHLIGHTING QUALITY OF LIFE, INTENTIONALLY INTEGRATING THEM WITHIN THE COMMUNITY, AND OFFERING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL GROWTH (OVER TWO YEARS)
Morgantown, WV
$200K
2023
West Virginia Community Development Hub IncTO STRENGTHEN THE COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM IN WEST VIRGINIA THROUGH CAPACITY BUILDING, NETWORK DEVELOPMENT, AND STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS
Charleston, WV
$200K
2023
The Education Alliance-Business And Community For Public Schools IncTO CREATE ACCELERATED CAREER PATHWAYS FROM K-12 FOR HIGH SKILL/HIGH WAGE JOBS FOR YOUTH IN HEALTHCARE AND MANUFACTURING THROUGH THE CAREER ACCELERATION, READINESS, AND EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCES FOR REGIONAL STUDENTS PROGRAM (OVER TWO YEARS)
Supports regional planning, innovation, and cooperation to advance the economy. Interests include entrepreneurship promotion, technology-based economic development, and expanding access to capital for businesses in distressed communities.
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Economic DevelopmentEntrepreneurshipTechnologyRural Development
Promotes economic well-being and quality of life by improving the capabilities of leaders, organizations, and citizens. Specific interests include community engagement, improvement strategies, leadership development, and expanding technology access.
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Community DevelopmentLeadership DevelopmentCivic EngagementNonprofit Effectiveness
Quality Insights IncFOR THE CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM WHICH PROVIDES EDUCATION TO PATIENTS ON MANAGEMENT OF THEIR DISEASE AND TO ESTABLISH A REFERRAL SYSTEM FOR DIETITIANS TO BECOME INTEGRATED INTO THE CARE TEAM
Charleston, WV
$200K
2023
Intermediate Unit 1TO INTEGRATE STUDENT-DESIGNED, IMMERSIVE THEATER PRODUCTIONS INTO CROSS-CURRICULAR CLASSES ACROSS INTERMEDIATE UNIT 1 ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS IN WASHINGTON, FAYETTE, AND GREENE COUNTIES
Coal Center, PA
$185K
2023
Allegheny Conference On Community DevelopmentTO ADVANCE THE ALLEGHENY CONFERENCES 10-YEAR VISION, 2020-2030 NEXT IS NOW, FOR CREATING A VITAL, GLOBALLY COMPETITIVE SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA REGION WITH OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL
Pittsburgh, PA
$175K
2023
Enterprise Zone Corporation Of BraddockFOR THE NEXT PHASE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE EASTSHORE AREA PLAN WHICH INCLUDES SWISSVALE, RANKIN, BRADDOCK, AND NORTH BRADDOCK
Braddock, PA
$175K
2023
Future Generations University CorporationFOR SUPPORT TO THE AGROFORESTRY ECONOMY TO ASSIST IN THE DIVERSIFICATION OF NON-TIMBER FOREST PRODUCTS AND THE GENERAL INCREASE IN THE UTILIZATION OF EMERGING METHODOLOGIES IN PRODUCTION PROCESSES
Franklin, WV
$160K
2023
West Virginia Manufacturers Association Educational Fund IncTO STRENGTHEN WEST VIRGINIAS MANUFACTURING CAREER PIPELINE THROUGH THE ADVANCEMENT OF MANUFACTURING EDUCATION
Buckhannon, WV
$160K
2023
Allegheny Intermediate UnitFOR THE REMAKE LEARNING NETWORK, AN INTERSTATE CONSORTIUM OF EDUCATORS, RESEARCHERS, AND ARTISTS WHICH PROMOTES INNOVATION IN EDUCATION
Homestead, PA
$155K
2023
Catalyst ConnectionTO SUSTAIN AND EXPAND STEM EDUCATION PROGRAMS THAT PROVIDE EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS
Pittsburgh, PA
$150K
2023
Mountaineer Food Bank IncTO ADDRESS FOOD INSECURITY IN CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA THROUGH COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT, STRENGTHENED FEEDING PROGRAMS, AND HEALTHIER EATING INITIATIVES
Gassaway, WV
$150K
2023
Manchester Craftsmen'S GuildTO SUPPORT THE EXPANSION OF MANCHESTER CRAFTSMENS GUILD'S JAZZ EDUCATION INITIATIVE IN RURAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS ACROSS SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA AND WEST VIRGINIA
Pittsburgh, PA
$150K
2023
The Grantmakers Of Western PennsylvaniaFOR A PLANNING GRANT TO ASSESS THE FEASIBILITY OF A CHILDCARE HUB AND SPOKE MODEL THAT WILL SUPPORT INCREASED WORKFORCE PARTICIPATION IN THE REGION BY STABILIZING EARLY CHILDHOOD BUSINESSES
Pittsburgh, PA
$150K
2023
Pittsburgh Downtown PartnershipTO SUPPORT THE PITTSBURGH DOWNTOWN PARTNERSHIPS ACTIVATION OF DOWNTOWN SPACES, AND TO EXPAND THE CLEAN TEAM
Pittsburgh, PA
$150K
2023
Community Foundation Of Greater Johnstown (Dba Community Foundation For TheTO SUPPORT REIMAGINE APPALACHIAS EFFORT TO SECURE THE REGIONS FAIR SHARE OF FEDERAL CLIMATE INFRASTRUCTURE AND OTHER FEDERAL RESOURCES, BOLSTER RESEARCH, AND ADVANCE COMMUNICATION PRIORITIES FOR THE REGION
Johnstown, PA
$150K
2023
Project Healthy Kids IncFOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND AT-RISK SENIORS TO HAVE ACCESS TO FRESH INGREDIENT, LOCALLY MADE, NUTRIENT DENSE MEALS FROM A NOVEL FOOD SYSTEMS NETWORK OF REGIONAL CENTRAL KITCHENS (OVER TWO YEARS)
Bridgeport, WV
$150K
2023
West Virginia Kids Count Fund IncTO ADVANCE CHILD WELL-BEING IN WEST VIRGINIA THROUGH DATA, PARTNERSHIPS, AND ADVOCACY TO ENSURE THE SUSTAINABILITY OF KIDS COUNT
Charleston, WV
$150K
2023
The United Way Of Southwestern PennsylvaniaTO STRENGTHEN THE PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND COMMUNITY PRESCHOOL PROVIDERS THROUGH CURRICULAR ALIGNMENT, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OFFERINGS, AND STRATEGIC RESOURCE ALLOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
$150K
2023
West Virginia Oral Health Coalition IncTO PRODUCE A MEANINGFUL DENTIST STUDY, PROVIDE MINI-GRANT OPPORTUNITIES, AND READY THE DENTAL WORKFORCE TO ADDRESS THE VAPING CRISIS AND PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCIES
Bridgeport, WV
$150K
2023
Team For West Virginia Children IncFOR PARTNERS IN COMMUNITY OUTREACH TO BUILD THE CAPACITY OF IN-HOME FAMILY EDUCATION PROGRAMS TO SERVE EXPECTANT FAMILIES AND THEIR YOUNG CHILDREN
Huntington, WV
$145K
2023
Concord University Research And Development CorporationTO INCREASE UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT COMPLETION RATES BY EMPLOYING INTENTIONALLY SCAFFOLDED EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICES THROUGHOUT THE FIRST TWO YEARS OF STUDENTS ACADEMIC CAREERS (OVER TWO YEARS)
Athens, WV
$140K
2023
West Virginia Nonprofit AssociationTO EXPAND SUSTAINABILITY AND HELP STRENGTHEN WEST VIRGINIA NONPROFITS
Lewisburg, WV
$136K
2023
Green Building AllianceTO SUPPORT AN APPALACHIAN REGIONAL COMMISSION ARISE GRANT APPLICATION TO DEVELOP A TRI-STATE REGIONAL GREEN BUILDING SUPPLY CHAIN
Pittsburgh, PA
$130K
2023
Aces Coalition Of Wv IncTO EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY, HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS, YOUTH, AND PARENTS ON WHAT ADVERSE CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES ARE AND HOW TO BUILD RESILIENT BEHAVIORS
Charleston, WV
$130K
2023
West Virginians For Affordable Health CareTO ADVANCE QUALITY, AFFORDABLE HEALTHCARE WITH CONSUMER INFORMED POLICY, MAKING HEALTHCARE ACCESSIBLE TO EVERY WEST VIRGINIAN, REGARDLESS OF INCOME
Charleston, WV
$130K
2023
Edventure Group IncFOR THE WEST VIRGINIA ENTREPRENEURSHIP ECOSYSTEM WHICH PROMOTES CONNECTION AND COLLABORATION OF ENTREPRENEURS WITH ESSENTIAL RESOURCES TO ENSURE ANY INDIVIDUAL CAN BE SUCCESSFUL IN STARTING AND GROWING INNOVATIVE BUSINESS IN WEST VIRGINIA
Morgantown, WV
$125K
2023
Community Access IncorporatedFOR A WORK EXPLORATION/STATE PARKS PROJECT THAT WILL BENEFIT HIGH SCHOOL AGED STUDENTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
South Charleston, WV
$125K
2023
Rivers Of Steel Heritage CorporationTO DEVELOP SUSTAINABLE CULTURAL/ECONOMIC GROWTH IN THE CITY OF MONONGAHELA AND THE MID-MONONGAHELA VALLEY (OVER THREE YEARS)
Homestead, PA
$125K
2023
Camc Health Education And Research Institute Inc (Dba Camc Institute)FOR A PRODUCE PRESCRIPTION PROGRAM THAT WILL MAKE HEALTHY FOOD MORE ACCESSIBLE AND HELP FIGHT CHILDHOOD OBESITY
Charleston, WV
$125K
2023
Religious Coalition For Community Renewal IncFOR THE HOMEOWNERSHIP PROGRAM WHICH EXPANDS TO HUNTINGTON, WEST VIRGINIA TO ADDRESS THE UNMET NEEDS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING THROUGH COUNSELING, HOMEBUYER WORKSHOPS, A HOMEOWNERSHIP FAIR, FORECLOSURE PREVENTION, AND HOME DEVELOPMENT
Charleston, WV
$125K
2023
Eastern WorcsTO STRENGTHEN EXISTING AGRIBUSINESSES BY CONVENING SNAP ELIGIBLE SALES FOR THE PUBLIC AND SUPPORTING NEW AGRIBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT THROUGH STUDENT MENTORSHIP, MICRO CREDENTIALS, ON THE JOB TRAINING, AND PROBLEM SOLVING
Moorefield, WV
$124K
2023
West Virginia Department Of EducationFOR THE GROW YOUR OWN WEST VIRGINIA PATHWAY TO TEACHING PROGRAM, AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH TO RECRUITING AND RETAINING WEST VIRGINIA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS INTERESTED IN PURSUING A CAREER IN TEACHING (OVER TWO YEARS)
Charleston, WV
$120K
2023
Solar United Neighbors (Sun)TO HELP WEST VIRGINIA BUSINESSES TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE INFLATION REDUCTION ACT EXPANSION TO CLEAN ENERGY POLICIES ALONG WITH FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Washington, DC
$120K
2023
West Virginia Department Of Arts Culture And HistoryFOR THE STEAM POWER MINI-GRANT PROGRAM THAT ENCOURAGES THE INTEGRATION OF THE ARTS AND STEM DISCIPLINES THROUGH SCHOOL/COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
Charleston, WV
$120K
2023
Hospice Of Huntington IncTO ESTABLISH AN ADULT DAYCARE MODEL THAT PROVIDES AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH ADDRESSING THE AFFORDABILITY AND AVAILABILITY OF LONG-TERM HEALTHCARE THAT SERVES CLIENTS AND THEIR CAREGIVERS
Huntington, WV
$120K
2023
Oglebay Foundation IncTO MODERNIZE PROGRAMS NEEDED TO POSITION OGLEBAY AND WHEELING PARK FOR SUCCESS IN THEIR SECOND CENTURY OF SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY (OVER TWO YEARS)
Wheeling, WV
$120K
2023
The Reach Initiative IncFOR A COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM TO SERVE INDIVIDUALS AS THEY ARE RELEASED FROM JAILS/PRISONS TO SUPPORT BASIC NEEDS (HOUSING, FOOD INSECURITY, TRANSPORTATION) AND TO CONNECT THEM TO ESTABLISHED EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS
Charleston, WV
$115K
2023
Pittsburgh Symphony IncFOR OPERATING SUPPORT FOR THE 2023-2024 SEASON
Pittsburgh, PA
$115K
2023
City Of PittsburghFOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A WELLNESS INDEX TO MEASURE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR BLACK WOMEN RESIDING IN THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH THAT WILL ALLOW FOR THE EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT ALLOCATION OF RESOURCES TO IMPROVE THEIR SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC WELFARE
Pittsburgh, PA
$113K
2023
Marshall University Research CorporationTO REDUCE ILLNESS, DISABILITY, AND DEATH RELATED TO TOBACCO USE BY EDUCATING AND EQUIPPING COMMUNITY LEADERS AND HEALTH PROVIDERS WITH TOBACCO CESSATION SKILLS AND WORKING WITH MANAGED CARE ORGANIZATIONS TO INCREASE BILLABLE SERVICES
Huntington, WV
$110K
2023
Mcdowell County Commission On Aging IncTO REDUCE THE RATE OF TOBACCO USE AMONG AFRICAN AMERICANS IN WEST VIRGINIA BY BUILDING THE CAPACITY OF THE WEST VIRGINIA AFRICAN AMERICAN TOBACCO PREVENTION NETWORK
Welch, WV
$110K
2023
United Way Alliance Of The Mid-Ohio Valley IncTO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A STATE-WIDE CROSS-SECTOR ALLIANCE ADDRESSING SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER
Parkersburg, WV
$105K
2023
Central Susquehanna Intermediate UnitFOR THE PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL-AGE CHILD CARE ALLIANCE TO BECOME A CONVENING AGENCY THAT BRINGS TOGETHER OUT-OF-SCHOOL TIME STAKEHOLDER ORGANIZATIONS TO CREATE A COHESIVE STATEWIDE ADVOCACY AND POLICY AGENDA
Camp Hill, PA
$100K
2023
Carnegie Mellon UniversityFOR THE ENTERTAINMENT TECHNOLOGY CENTER TO PARTNER WITH EDUCATIONAL PROVIDERS TO ESTABLISH RELEVANT, EQUITABLE, AND ENGAGING LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES INSPIRED BY THE USE OF EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY
Pittsburgh, PA
$100K
2023
Bridgeway Capital IncTO OPERATIONALIZE THE MONONGAHELA VALLEY PROGRESS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE WITH MISSION LENDING TO BUSINESSES IN SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA AND NORTHERN WEST VIRGINIA (OVER THREE YEARS)
Pittsburgh, PA
$100K
2023
Wv Trail IncTO BUILD THE CAPACITY OF WV TRAIL BY SUPPORTING PROGRAMMING
Charleston, WV
$100K
2023
United Mine Workers Of America Career Centers IncTO TRAIN ADULTS IN SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA INTO JOBS ASSOCIATED WITH THE ENERGY TRANSITION AND THE BUILD BACK BETTER GRANT COLLABORATIVE
Prosperity, PA
$100K
2023
Consortium For Entrepreneurship EducationTO DEVELOP A ROBUST AND WELL-RESOURCED NETWORK OF K-12 YOUTH-SERVING PRACTITIONERS TO INCREASE ACCESS TO ENTREPRENEURIAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH (OVER TWO YEARS)
