[Hillman Foundation](https://www.hillmanfoundation.org)

Rolling

Varies by project; no set minimum or maximum. Typical review cycle is 2–3 months.

Supports mission-aligned projects and organizations in Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania across arts, education, health, environment, and community development.

Applications are generally staff- or board-initiated and must be submitted via the online portal.

--- ## Description The Hillman Foundation provides grants to organizations and projects that align with its mission and strategic priorities, with a strong geographic focus on Pittsburgh and the surrounding ten-county region of southwestern Pennsylvania. The Foundation prioritizes investments in areas such as arts and culture, community and economic development, education and workforce development, energy and environment, health and medicine, and human services. Most grants are initiated by the Foundation’s program staff and Board of Trustees, and all applications must be submitted through the online portal. --- ## Due Dates - Applications accepted on a rolling basis. - Initial response typically within several weeks; full grant cycle is generally 2–3 months. - Board of Trustees approves grants at least annually and may meet quarterly. --- ## Funding Amount - No set minimum or maximum award amount; funding is tailored to project scope and needs. - Awards and durations vary depending on the initiative and available resources. --- ## Eligibility - Applicant organizations must be classified as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) and as public charities under Section 509(a) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. - Federally tax-exempt government entities are also eligible. - Projects must be mission-aligned and focused on the Pittsburgh region or one of the following counties: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Indiana, Lawrence, Washington, and Westmoreland. ### Not Eligible - Organizations based outside the United States. - Organizations without 501(c)(3) status or those requiring fiscal sponsorship (unless temporary and meeting strict oversight). - Individuals, conference/event/training sponsorships, documentary/film projects, endowment contributions, debt reduction, or annual appeals. --- ## Application Process - Review the Foundation’s [strategic priorities](https://main.dcbs3hwm7d0dp.amplifyapp.com/pages/hillman-priorities) to ensure alignment. - Applications must be submitted through the [Hillman Grant Portal](https://hillman.fluxx.io/). - New applicants must create an account in the portal to check eligibility and begin the application. - The Foundation aims to respond to submissions within several weeks, but a full decision may take up to three months. --- ## Additional Information - Most grants are initiated at the direction of program staff or the Board; unsolicited proposals are reviewed but may be less likely to be funded. - The Foundation encourages applicants to allow ample time for review, especially if the project is time-sensitive. - The grant portal is best accessed via Chrome, Safari, or Firefox. --- ## External Links - [Hillman Foundation Home](https://www.hillmanfoundation.org) - [Grantmaking Strategic Priorities](https://main.dcbs3hwm7d0dp.amplifyapp.com/pages/hillman-priorities) - [Grant Application Portal](https://hillman.fluxx.io/) - [Grants Process Overview](https://main.dcbs3hwm7d0dp.amplifyapp.com/pages/hillman-grants-process) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Method | |---------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Information | [Hillman Foundation Website](https://www.hillmanfoundation.org) | | Grant Portal/Applications | [Hillman Grant Portal](https://hillman.fluxx.io/) | | Strategic Priorities | [Hillman Priorities Page](https://main.dcbs3hwm7d0dp.amplifyapp.com/pages/hillman-priorities) | If you have specific questions, contact details may be available through the Foundation’s main website or via the grant portal after account creation.

Grants Process - Hillman Foundation

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