1. Gannon is a Catholic, Diocesan University dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. Our faculty and staff prepare students to be global citizens through programs grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and professional specializations. Inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition, we offer a comprehensive, values-centered learning experience that emphasizes faith, leadership, inclusiveness, and social responsibility.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$324.8M
+2.4% YoY
Revenue
$165.8M
-0.1% YoY
Net Investment Income
$5.8M
+11.9% YoY
Expenses
$163.3M
+1.7% YoY
About Gannon University
Based on IRS filings
Gannon University is a nonprofit organization focused on Education, based in ERIE, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $324.8M in total assets. Net investment income was $5.8M.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
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Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $324,759,772 | $317,003,426 | $314,341,628 |
| Revenue | $165,828,216 | $165,989,696 | $166,429,638 |
| Expenses | $163,291,762 | $160,562,591 | $158,647,397 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $5,847,115 | $5,224,078 | $2,504,529 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 0 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for 2024.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keith Taylor | Executive Advisor, President Emeritus | 40 | $525,102 |
| Walter Iwanenko | President | 40 | $356,959 |
| Jennifer Lundy | VP for Finance & Campus Operations | 40 | $227,042 |
| William Edmondson | VP Enrollment | 40 | $210,931 |
| Sarah Ewing | Provost | 40 | $194,415 |
| Mark Jordano | Chief Information Officer | 40 | $165,597 |
| Karinna Vernaza | Dean-College of Eng and Business | 40 | $171,618 |
| Davide Piovesan | Associate Dean, Col. of Engineering and Business | 40 | $154,626 |
| Douglas Oathout | Chief of Staff & Director of Marketing and Communications | 40 | $159,296 |
| Lynne Bianchi | Director Medical Research Operations | 40 | $154,566 |
| Valerie Bacik | Chief Institutional Planning | 40 | $143,240 |
| Nancy Bird | VP of University Advancement | 40 | $149,939 |
| Kimberly Cavanagh | Dean, College of Health Professions and Science | 40 | $153,829 |
| Mahesh Aggarwal | Board Member/President Faculty Senate | 40 | $135,992 |
| Barbara Beuscher | VP University Advancement until 4/28/2023 | 40 | $72,974 |
| Walter W Cooper | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Scott M Krall | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Pierre McCormick | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Robert P Barker | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Candace D Battles | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Richard E Beattie | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Gerald Blanks | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Tina M Donikowski | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Rebecca Erwin-Cohen | Board Member/National Alumni Board President | 2 | — |
| Dana M Fallon | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Very Rev Michael Ferrick | Board Member | 2 | — |
| James Fiorenzo | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Gwendolyn M Garbarino | Secretary | 2 | — |
| James Grunke | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Timothy J Hilty | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Rev Scott W Jabo | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Stacy M Juchno | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Susan P Forquer | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Mark J Minnaugh | Vice Chairperson | 2 | — |
| Rev Christopher J Singer | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Richard G Orlando | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Most Rev Lawrence T Persico | Chairperson | 2 | — |
| Joseph Pfeger | Board Member/Student Government President | 2 | — |
| Kiran K Rajasenan | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Rev Nicholas J Rouch | Board Member | 2 | — |
| James J Rutkowski | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Antoinette Spevetz | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Monica Trott | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Laura Vaccaro | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Margaret A VanderLaan | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Howard Ward | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Mark Zagorski | Board Member | 2 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gannon University?
Gannon University is a nonprofit organization focused on Education, based in ERIE, PA. It holds $324.8M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Gannon University?
As of 2024, Gannon University holds $324.8M in total assets with $165.8M in annual revenue.
Where does Gannon University operate?
Gannon University has awarded grants in Pennsylvania.
What is Gannon University's EIN?
Gannon University's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 25-0496976. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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