The Ging Foundation Inc
The Ging Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Its 2024 filing reports 27 grants totaling $191,961, including support for charitable organizations in Pennsylvania and other states.
The Ging Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Ging Foundation Inc gave $192K across 27 grants in 2024 (avg $7K), mostly in Pennsylvania. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $191,961
- +26.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 27
- +2600.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $7,110
- -95.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,041
- Total assets
- $622,034
- -18.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (87% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Ging Foundation Inc
- 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.
- Contact
Mailing address: 8870 Duncan Avenue 344, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: (561) 338-1875
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Ging Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Other Miscellaneous Charitable Contributions ($58K). Together the top 10 received $167K.
Grant Size Distribution
106 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 103 grants of 106 (97%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 87% of grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania and 10% to recipients in Ohio. The remaining shares went to recipients in Washington, D.C., Arizona, and New York, at 1% each.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 27 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Ging Foundation Inc gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+0%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 539% 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $145K (2020) to $240K (2022). In 2024 it made 27 grants totaling $192K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Other Miscellaneous Charitable Contributions Phoenix, PA | To Provide Support to Those in Need | $58,443 |
| Matthews 25 Ministry Pittsburgh, PA | To Provide Support to Those in Need | $20,000 |
| Marianist Mission Beavercreek, OH | To Provide Support to Those in Need | $18,800 |
| Saint Aidan Parish Wexford, PA | To Provide Support to Those in Need | $17,200 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope Pittsburgh, PA | To Provide Support to Those in Need | $16,509 |
| Heil Food Company Pittsburgh, PA | To Provide Support to Those in Need | $12,444 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation Pittsburgh, PA | To Provide Support to Those in Need | $7,500 |
| Newman Club Boca Pittsburgh, PA | To Provide Support to Those in Need | $6,000 |
| Bishop's Education Fund Pittsburgh, PA | To Provide Support to Those in Need | $5,000 |
| Rett Syndrome Sarver, PA | To Provide Support to Those in Need | $4,874 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $622,034 | $102,288 | $245,222 | $191,961 | 27 | $209,945 | — | $38,942 |
| 2023 | $764,968 | $157,980 | $185,200 | $152,066 | 1 | $160,342 | $8,122 | $45,159 |
| 2022 | $792,188 | $198,066 | $320,282 | $240,313 | 28 | $261,976 | $39,759 | $40,213 |
| 2021 | $914,404 | $191,001 | $255,574 | $192,636 | 24 | $210,272 | — | $47,626 |
| 2020 | $978,977 | $185,200 | $225,638 | $145,237 | 26 | — | $16,341 | $49,988 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Ging Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $39K for 2024 — 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 2024 grants went to organizations including parishes, schools, and other charitable organizations. Among the grantees, Little Sisters of the Poor of PA says it provides nursing and residential care for needy elderly people; Disabled American Veterans says it serves disabled veterans and their families; and the ALS Association says it supports people with ALS and their families and supports research.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 27 grants totaling $191,961. Grants ranged from $500 to $58,443, with a median grant of $2,041. The largest listed grants included $58,443 to Other Miscellaneous Charitable Contributions, $20,000 to Matthews 25 Ministry, $18,800 to Marianist Mission, $17,200 to Saint Aidan Parish, and $16,509 to Boys Hope Girls Hope. The filing lists the grant purpose as “to provide support to those in need.”
Other 2024 grantees included Little Sisters of the Poor of PA ($3,000), Disabled American Veterans ($1,500), and the ALS Association ($500).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Ann Marie Titus, David E Ging, Edward D Ging, John T Lisa M Ging, Joyce G Ging, Kenneth J Tracy L Ging, and Mary K Ging as directors. Edward D Ging is listed as president, treasurer, and director; Joyce G Ging is listed as vice president, secretary, and director.
The Ging Foundation Inc is led by Edward D. Ging, President, Treasurer & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 7 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Edward D. Ging
President, Treasurer & Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
David E. Ging
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
John T. Lisa M. Ging
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Joyce G. Ging
Vice President, Secretary & Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Kenneth J. Tracy L. Ging
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Mary K. Ging
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Ann Marie Titus
Director
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Ann Marie Ging (2020–2023) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Ging Foundation Inc
How much does The Ging Foundation Inc give each year?
The Ging Foundation Inc gave $192K across 27 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $152K across 1 grant.
What is The Ging Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Ging Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $2,041, and its average grant was $7,110, across 27 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Ging Foundation Inc give grants?
The Ging Foundation Inc gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 87% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Ohio (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Pittsburgh, PA (18 grants).
Does The Ging Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 27 grants with a stated purpose on The Ging Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To Provide Support to Those in Need" (27 grants).
Who are The Ging Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Ging Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Other Miscellaneous Charitable Contributions ($58,443), Matthews 25 Ministry ($20,000) and Marianist Mission ($18,800), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 51% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Ging Foundation Inc?
The Ging Foundation Inc reported $622K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $210K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $39K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Ging Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations including parishes, schools, and other charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Ging Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it 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 ↑
What is The Ging Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Ging Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 65-0869344. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Ging Foundation Inc 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
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Ging Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-ging-foundation-inc-morg_dffd739b0d844d49abc43cca8533c3a5
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