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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 47-2589350

Robert H Spitz Foundation

A private foundation in Scranton, PA. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 65 grants and $890,879 paid in grants.

Tax year 2024 (period ending Dec 31, 2024), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
Scranton Area Foundation
612 Jefferson Avenue
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 347-6203
Form and materials
Requests on letterhead of organization, direct mail solicitations, phone solicitations all followed by receipt of letter of acknowledgment from the organization as required by the IRS substantiation rules
Deadlines
None
Restrictions
None

Assets and giving by year

7 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2024

    $890,879

    Grants listed
    65
    Assets, end of year
    $15,327,356
  • Tax year 2023

    $890,217

    Grants listed
    71
    Assets, end of year
    $14,967,486
  • Tax year 2022

    $819,985

    Grants listed
    65
    Assets, end of year
    $15,081,578
  • Tax year 2021

    $982,125

    Grants listed
    53
    Assets, end of year
    $15,709,294
  • Tax year 2020

    $821,255

    Grants listed
    43
    Assets, end of year
    $14,378,024
  • Tax year 2019

    $831,592

    Grants listed
    39
    Assets, end of year
    $14,646,630
  • Tax year 2018

    $999,648

    Grants listed
    29
    Assets, end of year
    $15,023,355

Grants paid in 2024

65 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Jewish Community Center of ScrantonScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the JCC swimming pool renovation.

    $62,500
  2. Indraloka Animal SanctuaryDalton, PA

    For the purpose of nepa rescue veterinary clinic

    $50,000
  3. New HytesBranford, CT

    For the purpose of new hytes capital campaign

    $50,000
  4. Temple Israel of ScrantonScranton, PA

    For the purpose of community dinners and cemetery maintenance.

    $46,542
  5. Agency for Community Empowerment of NepaScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the 8-unit veterans' housing complex @ 601 prospect ave, scranton, pa, 18505.

    $30,000
  6. Elan Gardens IncS Abingtn TWP, PA

    For the purpose of restructuring and growing elan gardens memory care space.

    $30,000
  7. Scranton Area Community FoundationScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the nepa animal welfare collaborative feral cat program and nepa gives.

    $25,536
  8. Discovery Mi PreschoolScranton, PA

    For the purpose of creating a child care hub in north scranton (providence).

    $25,000
  9. JobsfirstnycNew York, NY

    For the purpose of community inspired networks for change (communityinc): jobsfirstnepa

    $25,000
  10. The Borough of Dickson CityDickson City, PA

    For the purpose of the dickson city borough veterans of foreign wars (VFW) memorial park monument and picnic grove project.

    $25,000
  11. Treatment Court Advocacy Center of Lackawanna CountyClarks Summit, PA

    For the purpose of treatment court advocacy center of lackawanna county veterans program operational support.

    $25,000
  12. Jewish Federation of NepaScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the 37th annual teen symposium on the holocaust presented by herc and the jewish federation of nepa.

    $23,000
  13. Jewish Resource Center of the Poconos IncStroudsburg, PA

    For the purpose of jewish resource center of the poconos capital improvements.

    $20,000
  14. Neighborworks Northeastern PennsylvaniaScranton, PA

    For the purpose of shared equity housing planning capacity

    $20,000
  15. Northeast PA Area Health Education CenterArchbald, PA

    For the purpose of national health corps community health fellowship (NHCCHF)

    $20,000
  16. Outreach Center for Community ResourcesScranton, PA

    For the purpose of support for adult ged to provide pathways out of poverty.

    $20,000
  17. Adopt A Boxer RescueDickson City, PA

    For the purpose of the puppy mill project

    $18,000
  18. Junior Achievement of NepaWilkes Barre, PA

    For the purpose of junior achievement career pathways to economic mobility

    $15,000
  19. The Greater Scranton Chamber of CommerceScranton, PA

    For the purpose of skills in scranton business education partnership programmatic support.

    $15,000
  20. The Humane Society of Lackawanna DBA Griffin Pond Animal ShelterSouth Abington, PA

    For the purpose of the robert h. Spitz foundation recovery room.

    $15,000
  21. United Neighborhood Centers of NepaScranton, PA

    For the purpose of emergency assistance program.

    $15,000
  22. St Cats and Dogs of ScrantonScranton, PA

    For the purpose of ST. Cats and dogs of nay aug operational support.

    $14,000
  23. Lacawac Sanctuary Environmental Education CenterLake Ariel, PA

    For the purposes of at ease: art and nature for veterans and military community ($5,000) and water quality in action: a hands-on, citizen-led approach to promoting good water quality stewardship($8,000).

    $13,000
  24. Allied Services FoundationClarks Summit, PA

    For the purpose of allied services pediatrics operational support.

    $12,500
  25. Jewish Fellowship of Hemlock Farms IncHawley, PA

    For the purpose of the jewish fellowship of hemlock farms capacity building.

    $12,000
  26. Nepa Pet Fund and RescueScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the nepa pet rescue community program.

    $12,000
  27. Pawsitively for the AnimalsScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the bow meow pet emergency fund.

    $12,000
  28. Warrior Strong IncScranton, PA

    For the purpose of warrior strong veterans inclusive program.

    $12,000
  29. Women's Resource CenterScranton, PA

    For the purpose of WRC operational support ($5,000) and WRC pet program operational support ($6,000).

    $11,000
  30. Dress for Success LackawannaScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the dress for success lackawanna's empowerment online: virtual suiting and career development.

    $10,000
  31. Greater Scranton YMCADunmore, PA

    For the purpose of greater scranton YMCA - child care financial assistance.

    $10,000
  32. Jewish Family Service of Northeastern PAScranton, PA

    For the purpose of jewish family service of northeastern pennsylvania operational support.

    $10,000
  33. North Shore Animal LeaguePort Washington, NY

    For the purpose north shore animal league america operational support.

    $10,000
  34. Patient Engagement Council DBA the Wright Center for Patient and CommunityScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the patient and community needs program - the funds will be used for a food donation program, nutrition education/food demonstration,and transportation assistance to alleviate financial hardships for TWCCH patients and the community we serve.

    $10,000
  35. The InstituteWilkes Barre, PA

    For the purpose of breaking the cycle of poverty.

    $10,000
  36. Valley Youth HouseBethlehem, PA

    For the purpose of the valley youth house rapid re-housing program for youth experiencing homelessness in lackawanna county.

    $10,000
  37. Delaware Riverkeeper NetworkBristol, PA

    For the purpose of securing stronger stream protections through land preservation practices, and raising awareness of the community benefits of coupling antidegradation and land preservation.

    $9,000
  38. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeastern PAForty Fort, PA

    For the purpose of big brother big sisters of northeastern pa operational support.

    $8,000
  39. Boys & Girls Club of Northeastern PAScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the after school program.

    $8,000
  40. Equines for FreedomClarks Summit, PA

    For the purpose of equines for freedom emdr therapy - veterans/first responders post traumatic stress disorders.

    $8,000
  41. Meals on Wheels of NepaScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the treasured friends furever pet food program (TF).

    $8,000
  42. The Congregation of the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of MaryScranton, PA

    For the purpose of everyday english for adults collaborative community program.

    $8,000
  43. Wayne County Community FoundationHonesdale, PA

    For the purpose of congregation beth israel's 175th anniversary.

    $8,000
  44. Johnson CollegeScranton, PA

    For the purposes of johnson college military and veterans' resource center ($5,000), student safety net ($3,000), and return of funds per grant agreement (-$199).

    $7,801
  45. Fraternite Notre DameScranton, PA

    For the purpose of fraternite notre dame operational support.

    $7,000
  46. Bread Basket of Northeast PennsylvaniaScranton, PA

    For the purpose of food pantry support.

    $5,000
  47. Metamorphosis Women's Empowerment InitiativeEast Stroudsburg, PA

    For the purpose of metamorphosis women's empowerment initiative case management enhancement

    $5,000
  48. Nativitymiguel School of ScrantonDunmore, PA

    For the purpose of the nativitymiguel school of scranton extended day program.

    $5,000
  49. Nepa InclusivePittston, PA

    For the purpose of nepa inclusive rental assistance program (irap)

    $5,000
  50. Northeastern Pennsylvania Educational Television AssociationPittston, PA

    For the purpose of keystone edition health - microplastics

    $5,000
  51. Providence Pregnancy CenterScranton, PA

    For the purpose of casa de maria maternity home renovations.

    $5,000
  52. Quigley's Shelter Pet's IncDunmore, PA

    For the purpose of veterinary care for rescued animals.

    $5,000
  53. Saint Josephs CenterScranton, PA

    For the purpose of walsh manor and mother infant operational support.

    $5,000
  54. The Salvation ArmyPhiladelphia, PA

    For the purpose of the salvation army scranton - rental/utility emergency support.

    $5,000
  55. Dunmore Borough CouncilDunmore, PA

    For the purpose of feral cat TNR.

    $4,000
  56. Serving Seniors IncScranton, PA

    For the purpose of patient advocate program.

    $4,000
  57. Electric City Steel Drum ProjectScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the steel of honor program; supporting veterans through music.

    $3,000
  58. Gait Equine Assisted ServicesMilford, PA

    For the purpose of veterans with horses (VWH) fellowship.

    $3,000
  59. The ARC of Northeastern PAScranton, PA

    For the purpose of secondary transition and educational trainings to support children, adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (idd) and their families.

    $3,000
  60. Monroe County Meals on Wheels IncStroudsburg, PA

    For the purpose of the monroe county meals on wheels pet care program.

    $2,500
  61. Scranton Animal Shelter Association IncTaylor, PA

    For the purpose of feral/stray cat care.

    $2,500
  62. Sos Pet RescueRoseto, PA

    For the purpose of sos pet rescue operational support.

    $2,500
  63. The Humane Society of Wyoming County IncFalls, PA

    For the purpose of the humane society of wyoming county 2024 spay/neuter program grant.

    $2,500
  64. Scranton Unico ChapterScranton, PA

    For the purpose of the unico national scranton chapter & CPT, james r. Minicozzi memorial race.

    $2,000
  65. Scranton Fire DepartmentScranton, PA

    For the purpose of scranton fire department engine 9 truck 4.

    $1,000

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Human services6 grants $137,50032% of the total
  2. Animals5 grants $94,50022% of the total
  3. Youth development2 grants $75,00017% of the total
  4. Housing and shelter1 grant $30,0007% of the total
  5. Religion1 grant $20,0005% of the total
  6. Health2 grants $16,5004% of the total
  7. 6 other causes7 grants $55,80113% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. Pennsylvania62 grants $805,879
  2. Connecticut1 grant $50,000
  3. New York2 grants $35,000

Officers, directors and trustees

4 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Jennifer NogiTRUSTEE Hours 1Pay $10,000
  • Frank McGrathTRUSTEE Hours 1Pay $10,000
  • Jed RubenfeldTRUSTEE Hours 1Pay $10,000
  • Diana HoldridgeTRUSTEE Hours 1Pay $10,000

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