The Pew Charitable Trusts

The Pew Charitable Trusts is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental organization founded in 1948, dedicated to serving the public interest. Its core mission is to improve public policy, inform the public, and invigorate civic life by using data to illuminate issues, foster common ground, and advance projects that lead to tangible progress. Headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the organization also maintains offices in Washington, D.C., London, and Brussels, with additional staff globally.

Pew operates across five primary areas: communities, conservation, finance and economy, governing, and health. Its work encompasses a wide array of issues, including environmental conservation, public health, state and local fiscal policy, consumer finance, education, and economic mobility. The organization provides rigorous analysis, useful data, and evidence-based recommendations, and is the primary funder and parent organization of the Pew Research Center, a nonpartisan public polling and think tank.

Susan K. Urahn serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer. In February 2026, The Pew Charitable Trusts announced leadership changes to enhance operational performance, including the promotion of Rea Holmes to Senior Vice President, General Counsel, effective January 1, 2026, ahead of Ms. Urahn's planned retirement. Also in February 2026, the organization committed over $9.1 million to Philadelphia-area nonprofits, with a significant portion allocated to multiyear grants supporting public benefits access, food security, economic advancement, and community safety. The organization manages approximately $8 billion in assets as of June 30, 2024.