The Heinz Endowments funds nonprofit projects advancing arts, culture, civic life, sustainability, and economic development in Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania.
Funder: Heinz Endowments (https://www.heinz.org)
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 | February 15, 2027
Funding Amounts: No set minimum/maximum; typical annual grantmaking is ~$90M across programs. Award size and duration vary by project.
Summary: Supports nonprofit organizations advancing arts, culture, civic life, sustainability, and economic development in Pittsburgh and southwestern Pennsylvania.
The Heinz Endowments provides grants to organizations working to advance the Pittsburgh region across seven strategic areas: Arts & Culture, Civic Participation, Climate, Environment & Health, Community & Economic Development, Food Systems, Veterans, and Workforce. The foundation seeks to foster a vibrant, sustainable, and equitable community by supporting initiatives that align with its program strategies and regional priorities. Grant proposals are evaluated through a rigorous process, including narrative review, financial assessment, and, when appropriate, site visits or meetings.