Avery Dennison Foundation
The Avery Dennison Foundation is a private foundation based in Azusa, California. It supports nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations in communities around the world, with an emphasis on geographies of high need.
Avery Dennison Foundation at a glance
In short: Avery Dennison Foundation gave $3.7M across 62 grants in 2024 (avg $60K), top state New York. 55% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,713,085
- -18.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 62
- -4.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $59,888
- -14.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $26,976,070
- -3.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 55% first-time grantees (34 of 62, 2024)
- Primary geography
- New York (40% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Avery Dennison Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The Foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Its website says grant requests are accepted year-round and decisions are made quarterly.
- Contact
Mailing address: 751 N Todd Ave, Azusa, CA 91702
Phone: (626) 304-2000
Website: https://averydennison.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Avery Dennison Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Myriad USA Inc ($890K). Together the top 10 received $3.0M.
Grant Size Distribution
301 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 234 grants of 301 (78%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation describes itself as a global funder and says nearly 90% of supported projects within its impact areas are based outside the United States. In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars by recipient state went to New York (40%), Virginia (30%), Ohio (9%), California (8%), and Washington, DC (7%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 62 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Avery Dennison Foundation open to new grantees?
55%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 34 of 62 grantees (55%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $55K; repeat grants $65K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $10K repeat.
- 37% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 24% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 286% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.9M (2020) to $4.9M (2021). In 2024 it made 62 grants totaling $3.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Myriad USA Inc New York, NY | General Operating Support | $889,875 |
| Global Impact Alexandria, VA | Employee Assistance Fund | $650,000 |
| Charities Aid Foundation Alexandria, VA | General Operating Support | $316,550 |
| Institute of International Education New York, NY | Global Scholars, Education Access | $295,108 |
| Avina Americas Washington, DC | Environmental Sustainability | $200,000 |
| The Resource Foundation New York, NY | Education Access and Grant Administrative Expenses | $157,500 |
| Global Forest Generation Arlington, VA | Environmental Sustainability | $150,000 |
| United Way of Lake County Mentor, OH | United Way Grant | $144,813 |
| Building Markets Brooklyn, NY | Secure Livelihoods | $100,000 |
| The Hunar Foundation Pacific Palisades, CA | Secure Livelihoods | $100,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,976,070 | $1,241,331 | $4,063,142 | $3,713,085 | 62 | $4,004,070 | $1,130,121 | $1,400,599 |
| 2023 | $27,820,861 | $448,097 | $4,796,666 | $4,571,044 | 65 | $4,861,157 | $560,666 | $1,432,794 |
| 2022 | $28,769,607 | $1,244,637 | $4,596,691 | $4,605,896 | 75 | $4,827,737 | $703,740 | $1,566,318 |
| 2021 | $38,703,779 | $2,464,210 | $5,915,195 | $4,868,880 | 53 | $5,117,658 | $2,322,003 | $1,904,372 |
| 2020 | $38,843,180 | $12,072,173 | $3,217,326 | $2,932,736 | 46 | — | $1,970,496 | $1,287,684 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Avery Dennison Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.4M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation’s mission is to support communities globally in addressing inequities through improved education access, environmental sustainability, and secure livelihoods.
Its education access work addresses inequitable access to education among marginalized communities, including barriers to enrollment and opportunities for underserved learners. Environmental sustainability grants may support climate resilience, mitigation and adaptation, and community projects involving forests, water, or air. Secure livelihoods grants support economic opportunities for marginalized populations, including workforce development, entrepreneurship, vocational training, and job readiness.
Examples of supported organizations illustrate the range of grantee work. Myriad USA says it facilitates thoughtful, effective giving across borders. The Institute of International Education describes its work as promoting international educational and cultural exchanges, including through fellowships and scholarships. Global Forest Generation says it works with grassroots leaders and local communities to restore and protect forest ecosystems. Building Markets says it supports small and medium-sized businesses to promote job creation and inclusive growth.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the Foundation reported 62 grants totaling $3,713,085. Grant amounts ranged from $1,500 to $889,875, with a median of $10,000. The Foundation’s website says grants typically range from $50,000 to $100,000; it accepts grant requests year-round and makes funding decisions quarterly.
Among the largest reported 2024 grants were $889,875 to Myriad USA Inc. for general operating support; $650,000 to Global Impact for an employee assistance fund; $316,550 to Charities Aid Foundation for general operating support; and $295,108 to the Institute of International Education for global scholars and education access. Other awards included $200,000 to Avina Americas for environmental sustainability, $150,000 to Global Forest Generation for environmental sustainability, and $100,000 to Building Markets for secure livelihoods.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Alicia Procello as president; Deena Baker-Nel as secretary; and Raymond Van Den Berg as treasurer. Trustees listed were Camile Beneditti, Anil Sharma, Tina Hart, Greg Lovins, Vikas Arora, Michael Barton, and Steve Mason.
Avery Dennison Foundation is led by Alicia Procello, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 11 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Alicia Procello
President
On filings since 2020
30 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Anil Sharma
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Camile Beneditti
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Greg Lovins
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeroen Diderich
Trustee -
Trustee → Trustee -, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Barton
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Mason
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tina Hart
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Vikas Arora
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Deena Baker-Nel
Secretary
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Raymond Van Den Berg
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Ally Feng (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Dave Edwards (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Deon Stander (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Kirsten Newquist (2020–2023) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Avery Dennison Foundation
How much does Avery Dennison Foundation give each year?
Avery Dennison Foundation gave $3.7M across 62 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $4.6M across 65 grants.
What is Avery Dennison Foundation's typical grant size?
Avery Dennison Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $59,888, across 62 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Avery Dennison Foundation that year got $55K on average.
Where does Avery Dennison Foundation give grants?
Avery Dennison Foundation's top state is New York, with 40% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Virginia (30%) and Ohio (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (8 grants), New York, NY (4 grants), Washington, DC (4 grants) and Cleveland, OH (4 grants).
Does Avery Dennison Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 58% of Avery Dennison Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (36 of 62) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Sponsorships" (12 grants) and "Disaster Response" (3 grants).
Who are Avery Dennison Foundation's largest grantees?
Avery Dennison Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Myriad USA Inc ($889,875), Global Impact ($650,000) and Charities Aid Foundation ($316,550), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Avery Dennison Foundation?
Avery Dennison Foundation reported $27.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $4.0M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $1.4M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Avery Dennison Foundation fund?
The Foundation’s mission is to support communities globally in addressing inequities through improved education access, environmental sustainability, and secure livelihoods. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Avery Dennison Foundation?
The Foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Avery Dennison Foundation's EIN?
Avery Dennison Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-3251844. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Avery Dennison Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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