The Eamon Foundation
The Eamon Foundation is a private foundation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It seeks to improve the quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), with a focus on health and human services.
The Eamon Foundation at a glance
In short: The Eamon Foundation gave $3.5M across 8 grants in 2025 (avg $438K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $3,505,022
- +11.6% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 8
- +33.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $438,128
- -16.3% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $87,500
- Total assets
- $66,077,325
- +6.0% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Florida (62% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Eamon Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1000 Gamma Drive 106, Pittsburgh, PA 15238
Phone: (412) 781-0880
Website: https://eamonfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Eamon Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Gulf Coast Community Foundation ($1.6M). Together the top 8 received $3.5M.
Grant Size Distribution
38 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 14 grants of 38 (37%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 62% of grant dollars went to recipients in Florida and 38% to recipients in Pennsylvania.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 8 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Eamon Foundation gives
- Giving grew 51% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 115% of 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 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $1.1M (2019) to $4.1M (2020). In 2025 it made 8 grants totaling $3.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf Coast Community Foundation Venice, FL | Operational | $1,640,000 |
| Merakey Allegheny Valley School Pittsburgh, PA | Operational | $1,209,022 |
| University of Florida Foundation Gainesville, FL | Operational | $400,000 |
| Adventure for All Corporation Sarasota, FL | Operational | $100,000 |
| Variety the Children's Charity Wexford, PA | Operational | $75,000 |
| Community Haven for Adults and Children with Disabilities Inc Sarasota, FL | Operational | $50,000 |
| Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art Ligonier, PA | Operational | $25,000 |
| Glade Run Foundation Zelienople, PA | Operational | $6,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $66,077,325 | $2,568,996 | $4,119,015 | $3,505,022 | 8 | $3,597,172 | $2,048,440 | $3,126,898 |
| 2024 | $62,314,523 | $2,507,733 | $3,735,557 | $3,140,766 | 6 | $3,231,544 | $2,007,516 | $2,888,956 |
| 2023 | $56,298,691 | $3,683,002 | $2,864,187 | $2,268,823 | 10 | $2,360,677 | $3,196,798 | $2,598,945 |
| 2022 | $51,250,161 | $2,573,559 | $2,902,298 | $2,314,687 | 9 | $2,403,162 | $2,075,908 | $2,725,920 |
| 2021 | $60,733,231 | $7,196,449 | $2,785,337 | $2,152,002 | 5 | — | $6,700,249 | $2,636,437 |
| 2020 | $50,935,524 | $8,202,616 | $4,697,131 | $4,130,419 | 10 | — | $7,751,148 | $2,390,278 |
| 2019 | $50,505,779 | $3,286,361 | $1,627,244 | $1,113,953 | 5 | — | $1,922,250 | $2,261,973 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Eamon Foundation reported a distributable amount of $3.1M for 2025 — 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 stated mission is to improve quality of life for people with IDD. Its focus areas include programs that build self-esteem, encourage independence, improve communication, provide access to technology, and promote oral health and healthy lifestyles. Examples it identifies include assistive technology, specialized equipment, outdoor recreation, and dental care; it may also consider innovative projects addressing quality-of-life concerns.
The 2025 grantees illustrate the range of organizations it supported. Merakey Allegheny Valley School describes its mission as helping people with IDD live with purpose and dignity, grow, and function as independently as possible. Variety the Children’s Charity says it provides children with disabilities in selected Pennsylvania and West Virginia counties with programs, experiences, and equipment. Community Haven for Adults and Children with Disabilities says it works to enhance quality of life by encouraging independence, championing inclusion, and advocating for individual rights. Other recipients included a community foundation, a university foundation, an arts museum, and charitable organizations.
The foundation does not consider or award grants to individuals, event sponsorships, endowments, or government agencies.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation reported 8 grants totaling $3,505,022. The median grant was $87,500, with awards ranging from $6,000 to $1,640,000. All eight listed grants had an “operational” purpose. The largest awards were $1,640,000 to Gulf Coast Community Foundation, $1,209,022 to Merakey Allegheny Valley School, and $400,000 to University of Florida Foundation. Other grants were $100,000 to Adventure for All Corporation, $75,000 to Variety the Children’s Charity, $50,000 to Community Haven for Adults and Children with Disabilities, $25,000 to Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art, and $6,000 to Glade Run Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Regis G Champ as president/CEO; Patricia Miller Duggan as chairperson; Rene Burke as secretary; and John K Duggan Jr as treasurer. Trustees listed are Robert Cornell, John K Duggan III, and Colin Champ.
The Eamon Foundation is led by Regis G. Champ, President & CEO since 2020 (on filings since 2019); 2 of 7 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Regis G. Champ
President & CEO
President & Trustee → President & CEO, 2020
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$90K (2019) → $150K (2025)
Patricia Miller Duggan
Chairperson
Chairperson & Trustee → Chairperson, 2020
On filings since 2019
20 hrs/week
$13K (2020) → $30K (2025)
Robert Cornell
Trustee
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Colin Champ
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John K. Duggan III
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John K. Duggan Jr.
Treasurer
Secretary & Treasurer → Treasurer, 2025
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rene Burke
Secretary
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Edward Bash (2019–2023) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $150K, to Regis G Champ (President/CEO). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Eamon Foundation
How much does The Eamon Foundation give each year?
The Eamon Foundation gave $3.5M across 8 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $3.1M across 6 grants.
What is The Eamon Foundation's typical grant size?
The Eamon Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $87,500, and its average grant was $438,128, across 8 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Eamon Foundation give grants?
The Eamon Foundation gives mostly in Florida: 62% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Pennsylvania (38%). The most frequent recipient cities were Sarasota, FL (2 grants).
Does The Eamon Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Eamon Foundation's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (8 of 8) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Eamon Foundation's largest grantees?
The Eamon Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Gulf Coast Community Foundation ($1,640,000), Merakey Allegheny Valley School ($1,209,022) and University of Florida Foundation ($400,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 93% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Eamon Foundation?
The Eamon Foundation reported $66.1M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $3.6M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $3.1M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Eamon Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to improve quality of life for people with IDD. Its focus areas include programs that build self-esteem, encourage independence, improve communication, provide access to technology, and promote oral health and healthy lifestyles. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Eamon Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Eamon Foundation's EIN?
The Eamon Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 32-0243951. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does The Eamon 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.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS May 6, 2020)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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