The Androus Foundation
The Androus Foundation is a private foundation based in Alexandria, Virginia. Its 2020 filing is marked as a final return, and the foundation reported liquidating investments and distributing the proceeds under its plan of dissolution and distribution; it appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
The Androus Foundation at a glance
In short: The Androus Foundation gave $435K across 16 grants in 2020 (avg $27K), top state Virginia. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $435,000
- Grants made (2020)
- 16
- Average grant
- $27,188
- Median grant
- $16,000
- Primary geography
- Virginia (43% 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 Androus Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated on its 2020 final filing that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Its filing also says the distributions were made in accordance with its plan of dissolution and plan of distribution; this is not a current application opportunity.
- Contact
Mailing address: 5270 Shawnee Rd Suite 250, Alexandria, VA 22312
Phone: (703) 660-8687
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Androus Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Androus Family Fund ($96K). Together the top 10 received $386K.
Grant Size Distribution
16 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 14 grants of 16 (88%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2020 filing reports that grant dollars went to recipients in Virginia (43%), Rhode Island (22%), and Washington, DC (13%). Maryland accounted for 2%, and 13% was attributed to an unspecified recipient state.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 16 grants totaling $435K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Androus Family Fund Alexandria, VA | Community Support | $96,000 |
| Vanguard Charitable Warwick, RI | Community Support | $96,000 |
| Washington National Catherdral Washington, DC | Social Services and Community Programs | $47,000 |
| St Stephen's & St Agnes School Alexandria, VA | Education and Community Programs | $35,000 |
| TSRS - We Communicate | Developmental Programs for Children | $25,000 |
| Virginia Military Institute Lexington, VA | Education Programs | $25,000 |
| American Farm School | Encourage Academic Excellence | $20,000 |
| Alexandria Rotary Foundation Alexandria, VA | Programs for the Elderly and Children | $17,000 |
| Salvation Army Alexandria, VA | Social Services | $15,000 |
| Make a Wish Foundation Bethesda, MD | Social Services for Terminally Ill Children | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $180,870 | $452,884 | $435,000 | 16 | $179,520 | $5,803 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Androus Foundation reported a distributable amount of $6K for 2020 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants included support for education, community programs, social services, health care, and developmental programs for children. These purposes describe the listed grants and do not establish a broader stated mission.
Among its grantees, Wounded Warrior Project described its own mission as supporting the well-being of post-9/11 veterans, active-duty service members, and their families through programs, advocacy, and awareness efforts.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation made 16 grants totaling $435,000. Grant amounts ranged from $5,000 to $96,000, with a median grant of $16,000. Notable grants included $96,000 each to Androus Family Fund and Vanguard Charitable; $47,000 to Washington National Cathedral; $35,000 to St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes School; and $25,000 each to TSRS – We Communicate and Virginia Military Institute.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists Deborah Androus, Jean A. Woodman, Lynne A. Smith, and Catherine Androus as directors.
The Androus Foundation's 2020 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Catherine Androus
Director
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Deborah Androus
Director
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Jean A. Woodman
Director
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
Lynne A. Smith
Director
New on the 2020 filing
No compensation reported
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.
Frequently asked questions about The Androus Foundation
How much does The Androus Foundation give each year?
The Androus Foundation gave $435K across 16 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Androus Foundation's typical grant size?
The Androus Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $16,000, and its average grant was $27,188, across 16 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Androus Foundation give grants?
The Androus Foundation's top state is Virginia, with 43% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Rhode Island (22%) and District of Columbia (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Alexandria, VA (4 grants) and Washington, DC (2 grants).
Does The Androus Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 16 grants with a stated purpose on The Androus Foundation's 2020 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Community Support" (4 grants) and "Healthcare" (3 grants).
Who are The Androus Foundation's largest grantees?
The Androus Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include Androus Family Fund ($96,000), Vanguard Charitable ($96,000) and Washington National Catherdral ($47,000), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 55% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does The Androus Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 grants included support for education, community programs, social services, health care, and developmental programs for children. These purposes describe the listed grants and do not establish a broader stated mission. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Androus Foundation?
The foundation stated on its 2020 final filing that it made 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 Androus Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, The Androus Foundation reported a distributable amount of $6K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Androus Foundation's EIN?
The Androus Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-6054135. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does The Androus 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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- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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