EGW Foundation Inc
EGW Foundation Inc is a private foundation, based in Tampa, FL. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2021. In 2021, it awarded 3 grants totaling $11.3M. Net investment income was $6.0M.
EGW Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: EGW Foundation Inc gave $11.3M across 3 grants in 2021 (avg $3.8M), mostly in Ohio. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $11,337,330
- +3557.2% vs 2020
- Grants made (2021)
- 3
- +50.0% vs 2020
- Average grant
- $3,779,110
- +2338.1% vs 2020
- Median grant
- $600,000
- Primary geography
- Ohio (92% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated September 2026.
Who EGW Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Fidelity Charitable ($10.4M). Together the top 3 received $11.3M.
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $250–500K range: 2 grants of 5 (40%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
Cities
How EGW Foundation Inc gives
- In 2021 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $310K (2020) to $11.3M (2021). In 2021 it made 3 grants totaling $11.3M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable Cincinnati, OH | Philanthropical | $10,402,330 |
| Southeastern University Lakeland, FL | Educational | $600,000 |
| Arise Church Brandon, FL | Religious | $335,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | $6,091,142 | $11,418,514 | $11,337,330 | 3 | $11,337,330 | $6,046,296 | $156,296 |
| 2020 | $5,416,656 | $119,922 | $400,686 | $310,000 | 2 | — | $79,282 | $309,501 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, EGW Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $156K for 2021 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
EGW Foundation Inc is led by Lisa M. McNicholas, President & Secretary on every filing since 2020; 2 of 3 officers listed in 2021 are compensated.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Lisa M. McNicholas
President & Secretary
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$10K (2020) → $8K (2021)
Nylah J. Thompson
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dennis T. McNicholas
Vice President & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$10K (2020) → $8K (2021)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2021. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2021 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2021 filing was $8K, to Lisa M McNicholas (Pres/Secty). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about EGW Foundation Inc
How much does EGW Foundation Inc give each year?
EGW Foundation Inc gave $11.3M across 3 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2020 it gave $310K across 2 grants.
What is EGW Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
EGW Foundation Inc's median grant in 2021 was $600,000, and its average grant was $3,779,110, across 3 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does EGW Foundation Inc give grants?
EGW Foundation Inc gives mostly in Ohio: 92% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Florida (8%).
Does EGW Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2021: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on EGW Foundation Inc's 2021 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
How much is EGW Foundation Inc required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2021, EGW Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $156K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is EGW Foundation Inc's EIN?
EGW Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-4662760. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
Live grants for the work EGW Foundation Inc funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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