The Institute of American
The Institute of American is a private foundation, based in MYERSTOWN, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $37K in total assets. In 2024, it made $30K in qualifying distributions. Net investment income was $5.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$37K
-36.2% YoY
Revenue
$10K
-9.1% YoY
Qualifying Distributions
$30K
+135.9% YoY
Expenses
$31K
+123.5% YoY
About The Institute of American
Based on IRS filings
The Institute of American is a private foundation, based in MYERSTOWN, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $37K in total assets. In 2024, it made $30K in qualifying distributions. Net investment income was $5.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $36,894 | $57,834 | $60,748 |
| Revenue | $9,879 | $10,873 | $16,356 |
| Expenses | $30,819 | $13,787 | $14,833 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $29,505 | $12,510 | $13,549 |
| Net Investment Income | $5 | $962 | $2,239 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
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Top Recipients
Top 0 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DONALD R BROWN | PRESIDENT | 11 | — |
| DONALD L RHOADS JR | SECRETARY | 5 | — |
| JOHN C FRALISH JR | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| PETER F MEGGISON | DIRECTOR | — | — |
| ANTHONY L IEZZI | DIRECTOR | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How large is The Institute of American?
As of 2024, The Institute of American holds $37K in total assets with $10K in annual revenue.
Where does The Institute of American operate?
The Institute of American has awarded grants in New York.
What is The Institute of American's EIN?
The Institute of American's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 25-1724289. 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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