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Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Garden Club of Allegheny County is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within Allegheny County. It does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based engagement model, providing grants exclusively by invitation. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

The organization has a grant committee whose purpose it is to evaluate each grant request for suitability and submit the grant committee's recommendations to the members for approval. Primary purpose is to aid other organizations through grants which promote horticulture, civic planning and planting, and environmental education.
Total Funding Given
$99.5K
2025
Grantees funded
17
Multi-year grantees
35%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$6K
Median 2nd year grant
$18.1K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
J
Joanna Flanagan
Board Member
F
Frank Pizzi
Board Member
E
Ellen Urda
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Garden Club of Allegheny County?
No. Garden Club of Allegheny County does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Garden Club of Allegheny County give?
Garden Club of Allegheny County primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Garden Club of Allegheny County’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Garden Club of Allegheny County fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $6,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Garden Club of Allegheny County make each year?
In 2025, Garden Club of Allegheny County awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $100 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Garden Club of Allegheny County fund recently?
In 2025, Garden Club of Allegheny County awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA CONSERVANCY, PITTSBURGH PARKS CONSERVANCY, and Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Garden Club of Allegheny County?
Garden Club of Allegheny County does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.