Private foundation · EIN 47-4160906
The Kindness Coalition
Lancaster, PA
The Kindness Coalition is a private foundation based in Lancaster, PA. On its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, it reported $550K in grants and contributions paid across 14 grants, with $530K in assets (fair market value). It reports that it gives only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Its largest grants went to Opportunity House, Berks Encore and Hannah's Hope Ministries.
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Gives only to preselected organizations. On its Form 990-PF, this foundation checked the box saying it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Relationships and invitations usually come first.
As reported on the foundation's Form 990-PF for tax year 2025. Requirements change; confirm with the foundation before applying.
Largest grants, tax year 2025
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opportunity House | Reading, PA | Funding of Shelter Activities | $115,000 |
| Berks Encore | Reading, PA | Replacement of Windows in Reading Headquarters | $70,000 |
| Hannah's Hope Ministries | Reading, PA | Make Improvement on the Ministries Buliding | $57,000 |
| Olivet Boys & Girls Club of Reading & Berks County | Reading, PA | Enhance Educational Activities and Educational Opportunities | $50,000 |
| Children's Alopecia Project | Wyomissing, PA | Fund Alopeciapalooza 2026 | $41,000 |
| Downtown Daily Bread | Harrisburg, PA | Funding of Day Shelter | $40,000 |
| Harrisburg Area YMCA | Harrisburg, PA | Programs for Youth and Teens in the City of Harrisburg | $40,000 |
| Im Able Foundation | Wyomissing, PA | Funding of Operation Lead From the Front Program | $40,000 |
| Bethesda Mission of Harrisburg Inc | Harrisburg, PA | Helping the Homeless in Harrisburg | $38,000 |
| Hospice of Central Pa | Harrisburg, PA | Funding the Choices Palliative Care Program to Provide in-Home Care | $20,000 |
| Co-County Wellness Services | Reading, PA | Expansion of the Shape Initative | $10,000 |
| Keystone Kidspace | York, PA | Funding to Take Steam Programs Across the Region | $10,000 |
| Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development | Lancaster, PA | Funding to the Kids' Care Fund | $10,000 |
| Pappus House | Thomasville, PA | Funding for Residence Needs | $8,500 |
Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does The Kindness Coalition accept grant applications?
According to its Form 990-PF for tax year 2025, The Kindness Coalition makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
How much does The Kindness Coalition give each year?
For tax year 2025, it reported $549,500 in grants and contributions paid (14 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has The Kindness Coalition funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to Opportunity House (PA), $115K, Berks Encore (PA), $70K, Hannah's Hope Ministries (PA), $57K, Olivet Boys & Girls Club of Reading & Berks County (PA), $50K and Children's Alopecia Project (PA), $41K.