Pennsylvania foundations predominately give to Pennsylvania nonprofit charities. From 1992 to 1999: Central Pennsylvania benefited from a 232% increase in grant dollars awarded by Pennsylvania foundations. Southwestern Pennsylvania enjoyed consistent annual growth, resulting in an 85% increase. Southeastern Pennsylvania experienced erratic ups and downs, resulting in moderate growth with a 16% increase. Northwestern Pennsylvania experienced erratic ups and downs, with a 13% increase. Northeastern Pennsylvania grants increased during the mid- 1990s, then decreased 60% overall by the end of 1999.