Andrew Jergens Foundation
The Andrew Jergens Foundation is a private foundation established in 1962 in Cincinnati by Andrew N. Jergens (1881-1967). Administered through the Greater Cincinnati Foundation, it focuses on philanthropic support for children and youth in the Greater Cincinnati region and surrounding areas.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$12.4M
+0.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$623K
-20.9% YoY
Grant Count
1
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$623K
-20.9% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Andrew Jergens Foundation reported a distributable amount of $674K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation's prime interest is the health, education, cultural experiences, and social welfare of children in the Greater Cincinnati area. The Foundation emphasizes programs directly serving children, with particular focus on organizations serving minority, low-income, and disadvantaged children.
Over recent years, the Foundation has prioritized children ages 0-6 years, though applications are still accepted for programs serving children through high school age.
Grantmaking
Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) through the Foundation's online system. The Foundation operates on three annual funding cycles:
Grant Range
approximately $3,000
Average Grant
approximately $3,000
Review Cycle
| Proposal Deadline | Notice of Decision |
How to Apply
Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) through the Foundation's online system. The Foundation operates on three annual funding cycles:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation supports programs benefiting children in the Greater Cincinnati area, defined as:
- Ohio: Hamilton, Butler, Clermont, and Warren counties
- Kentucky: Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties
- Indiana: Dearborn County
The Foundation also funds projects in Pennsylvania and Washington D.C.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Fiscal Year (FYE August 2024):
- Total Assets: $12,446,717
- Total Revenue: $740,085
- Total Expenses: $731,472
- Investment Income and Dividends: $331,994
- Net Gain from Sale of Non-Inventory Assets: $408,070
Prior Year (FYE August 2023):
- Total Assets: $12.4 million
- Total Revenue: $1,071,441
- Total Expenses: $878,418
Historical Milestone: By 2016, the Foundation had granted $20 million to the community since its establishment.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $12,446,717 | $12,443,346 | $12,261,640 |
| Revenue | $740,085 | $1,071,441 | $778,863 |
| Expenses | $731,472 | $878,418 | $853,346 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $672,834 | $834,368 | $779,708 |
| Net Investment Income | $695,394 | $1,025,870 | $719,887 |
| Distributable Amount | $673,994 | $626,096 | $714,377 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 1 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
152 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include See Attached Statement ($623,077).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SEE ATTACHED STATEMENT PITTSBURGH, PA | SEE ATTACHED STATEMENT | $623,077 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Key personnel include:
- Peter H. Dine-Jergens (President)
- Eric H. Kearney (Vice President)
- Andrew MacAoidh Jergens (Trustee)
All serve without compensation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANDREW MACAOIDH JERGENS | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| ERIC H KEARNEY | VICE PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| JOYCE JENKINS KEESHIN | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| LINDA BUSKEN JERGENS | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| MARY ANN HAYS | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL B HAYS | CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| PETER H DINE-JERGENS | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| CAROL BORAM-HAYS | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| MAGGIE DINE-JERGENS | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| MONICA BATTLE | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Recent grants have supported child and family services in the Greater Cincinnati area. Central Clinic Behavioral Health received multiple grants from the Foundation, including a $20,000 grant for its Child & Family Treatment Center and additional grants totaling $105,000 for programs serving young children and youths.
The Andrew Jergens Foundation | Greater Cincinnati FoundationFrequently Asked Questions
What does Andrew Jergens Foundation fund?
The Foundation's prime interest is the health, education, cultural experiences, and social welfare of children in the Greater Cincinnati area. The Foundation emphasizes programs directly serving children, with particular focus on organizations serving minority, low-income, and disadvantaged children. Over recent years, the Foundation has prioritized children ages 0-6 years, though applications are still accepted for programs serving children through high school age.
How do I apply for a grant from Andrew Jergens Foundation?
• Typical grant awards range from $300–$25,000 • Average grant size: approximately $3,000 • The Foundation made 69 grants in its most recent reporting year Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) through the Foundation's online system. The Foundation operates on three annual funding cycles: | LOI Deadline | Proposal Deadline | Notice of Decision | | --- | --- | --- | | November 15 | January 2 | March/April | | February 15 | April 1 | July | | June 15 | August 1 | October/November | If …
Where does Andrew Jergens Foundation make grants?
The Foundation supports programs benefiting children in the Greater Cincinnati area, defined as: • **Ohio:** Hamilton, Butler, Clermont, and Warren counties • **Kentucky:** Boone, Campbell, and Kenton counties • **Indiana:** Dearborn County The Foundation also funds projects in Pennsylvania and Washington D.C.
What size grants does Andrew Jergens Foundation award?
In 2024, Andrew Jergens Foundation awarded 1 grants totaling $623K — an average of about $623K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Andrew Jergens Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Andrew Jergens Foundation reported a distributable amount of $674K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Andrew Jergens Foundation's EIN?
Andrew Jergens Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-6038702. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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