Andersons Foundation
The Andersons Foundation is a private family foundation based in Maumee, Ohio. The foundation was established as a trust in 1949 and supports nonprofit organizations and government agencies that benefit residents and communities where The Andersons, Inc., operates.
Key facts about Andersons Foundation
- EIN
- 34-6528868
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $495,668
- Grants made (2024)
- 59
- Average grant
- $8,401
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Total assets
- $9,576,990
- Primary geography
- Ohio (75% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- No specific application procedures or deadlines are documented in available sources.
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Andersons Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Andersons Foundation's 59 itemized 2024 grants were Ohio (75%), South Carolina (15%) and Florida (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Toledo, OH (32 grants), Daniel Island, SC (9 grants), Sylvania, OH (2 grants) and Maumee, OH (2 grants). 8% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$9.6M
-2.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$496K
-28.1% YoY
Grant Count
59
-18.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$8K
-12.2% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Andersons Foundation reported a distributable amount of $578K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation grants primarily for:
- Community funds
- Higher and secondary education
- Cultural programs
- Social service and youth agencies
- Civic and community efforts
- Educational and research associations
- Religion
Grantmaking
Grant Range
s:** Typical awards range from $500 to $100,000.
Review Cycle
are documented in available sources.
How to Apply
** No specific application procedures or deadlines are documented in available sources.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in:
- Ohio
- South Carolina
- Indiana
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Total Assets: $9,576,990 (as of 2024)
Total Giving: $495,668 (2024)
Organization Type: Private non-operating foundation (Trust)
Tax-Exempt Status: Unconditional exemption; contributions are tax-deductible
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $9,576,990 | $9,823,665 | $10,242,100 |
| Revenue | $343,664 | $348,532 | $425,635 |
| Expenses | $590,339 | $766,967 | $646,502 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $517,694 | $704,610 | $560,102 |
| Net Investment Income | $271,019 | $286,175 | $337,335 |
| Distributable Amount | $577,520 | $559,861 | $558,196 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
343 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include YMCA - Greater Toledo ($90,000 across 2 grants), The Blackbaud Giving Fund ($76,108 across 9 grants), Mom's House ($50,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA - Greater Toledo Sylvania, OH | 2024 ECE Funding - Behavioral Specialist | $75,000 |
| Mom's House Toledo, OH | 2024 ECE Funding - Family Communication Center | $50,000 |
| Central Catholic High School Toledo, OH | 2024 Central Catholic Safety Enhancements | $50,000 |
| The Blackbaud Giving Fund Daniel Island, SC | 2023 - AF Matching Gift - DEC - Invoice 142726 | $34,100 |
| Emergency Assistance Foundation West Palm Beach, FL | 2024 Contribution in honor of 75th Anderson Foundation Anniversary | $25,000 |
| Toledo School for the Arts Toledo, OH | 2024 TSA Window Replacement | $25,000 |
| The Blackbaud Giving Fund Daniel Island, SC | 2024 - AF Matching Gift - JAN - Invoice 143747 | $22,469 |
| YMCA - Greater Toledo Sylvania, OH | "2024 Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Program and Wayman Palmer Fee Assistance " | $15,000 |
| TutorSmart Toledo, OH | 2024 TutorSmart's KinderSmart Literacy Intervention | $12,500 |
| Aurora House-Aurora Project Inc Toledo, OH | 2024 Transitional Housing - Gap Funding | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew C Anderson | Chairman | — | — |
| Jenny Anderson Miller | Trustee | — | — |
| Mike Anderson | Trustee | — | — |
| Jeff Anderson | Trustee | — | — |
| Judy Ludwig | Trustee | — | — |
| Lu Stauffer | Trustee | — | — |
| John Kraus | 0 | — | — |
Contact Information
Address: 1947 Briarfield Blvd, Maumee, OH 43537-9803
Telephone: 419-893-5050
EIN: 34-6528868
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Andersons Foundation fund?
The foundation grants primarily for: • Community funds • Higher and secondary education • Cultural programs • Social service and youth agencies • Civic and community efforts • Educational and research associations • Religion
How do I apply for a grant from Andersons Foundation?
**Grant Sizes:** Typical awards range from $500 to $100,000. **Recent Activity:** Based on the most recent IRS Form 990 filing (2024), the foundation distributed $495,668 in total giving. **Application Process:** No specific application procedures or deadlines are documented in available sources.
Where does Andersons Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in: • Ohio • South Carolina • Indiana
What size grants does Andersons Foundation award?
In 2024, Andersons Foundation awarded 59 grants totaling $496K — an average of about $8K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Andersons Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Andersons Foundation reported a distributable amount of $578K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Andersons Foundation's EIN?
Andersons Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-6528868. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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