The Ahern Foundation
The Ahern Foundation is a private foundation based in Annapolis, Maryland. Its most recent filing on record is for 2020, and nothing has been filed since; the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
The Ahern Foundation at a glance
In short: The Ahern Foundation gave $845 across 12 grants in 2020 (avg $70.417), mostly in Maryland. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $845
- Grants made (2020)
- 12
- Average grant
- $70
- Median grant
- $25
- Total assets
- $33,965
- Primary geography
- Maryland (85% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Ahern Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The 2020 filing states that the foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. This is not current application guidance, as the most recent filing on record is for 2020.
- Contact
Mailing address: 8 Fitzgerald Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401
Phone: (443) 949-0553
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Ahern Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was St Mary's Church ($540). Together the top 10 received $815.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 12 grants of 12 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, recipients in Maryland received 85% of grant dollars. The remaining shares were reported as New York, 6%; Washington, DC, 4%; Florida, 3%; and Virginia, 3%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 12 grants totaling $845.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church Annapolis, MD | Continuation of Charitable Mission. | $540 |
| The Light House Annapolis, MD | Continuation of Charitable Mission. | $70 |
| Birthright Foundation New York, NY | Continuation of Charitable Mission. | $50 |
| Priests for Life Cocoa, FL | Continuation of Charitable Mission. | $25 |
| St Vincent Depaul Annapolis, MD | Continuation of Charitable Mission. | $25 |
| CBN Center Virginia Beach, VA | Continuation of Charitable Mission. | $25 |
| Mission of Mercy Baltimore, MD | Continuation of Charitable Mission. | $25 |
| Salvation Army Baltimore, MD | Continuation of Charitable Mission. | $20 |
| Prenancy Ctr Baltimore, MD | Continuation of Charitable Mission. | $20 |
| Archbishop Lenten Appeal Baltimore, MD | Continuation of Charitable Mission. | $15 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $33,965 | $2,368 | $4,350 | $845 | 12 | $2,368 | $17 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Ahern Foundation reported a distributable amount of $17 for 2020 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2020 grants went to charitable organizations, including churches, social-service organizations, and other charitable organizations. The Light House, which received $70, describes its mission as rebuilding the lives of people in need in Anne Arundel County through shelter, homelessness prevention, and support for individuals working toward self-sufficiency.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation made 12 grants totaling $845. Grant amounts ranged from $15 to $540, with a median of $25. The largest grant was $540 to St. Mary’s Church in Annapolis, Maryland. Other grants included $70 to The Light House in Annapolis and $50 to Birthright Foundation in New York.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Margaret Ahern was listed as president on the 2020 filing.
The Ahern Foundation is led by Margaret Ahern, President on the 2020 filing — the only officer listed, and compensated.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Margaret Ahern
President
New on the 2020 filing
2 hrs/week
$2K (2020)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2020 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2020 filing was $2K, to Margaret Ahern (President).
Frequently asked questions about The Ahern Foundation
How much does The Ahern Foundation give each year?
The Ahern Foundation gave $845 across 12 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Ahern Foundation's typical grant size?
The Ahern Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $25, and its average grant was $70, across 12 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Ahern Foundation give grants?
The Ahern Foundation gives mostly in Maryland: 85% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was New York (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Baltimore, MD (4 grants), Annapolis, MD (3 grants) and Washington, DC (2 grants).
Does The Ahern Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 12 grants with a stated purpose on The Ahern Foundation's 2020 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Continuation of Charitable Mission." (12 grants).
Who are The Ahern Foundation's largest grantees?
The Ahern Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include St Mary's Church ($540), The Light House ($70) and Birthright Foundation ($50), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 78% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
How large is The Ahern Foundation?
The Ahern Foundation reported $34K in total assets on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $2K.
What does The Ahern Foundation fund?
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2020 grants went to charitable organizations, including churches, social-service organizations, and other charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Ahern Foundation?
The 2020 filing states that the foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is The Ahern Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, The Ahern Foundation reported a distributable amount of $17 on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Ahern Foundation's EIN?
The Ahern Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1951743. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does The Ahern 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 October 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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