The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute
Provide undergraduate and graduate level educational programs, demonstration and research in the areas of agriculture and environmental science.
The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute at a glance
In short: The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute gave $28K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $28K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $28,492
- -2.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $28,492
- -2.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $28,492
- Total assets
- $29,889,246
- +8.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Cornell University US Department of Agriculture ($28K).
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 5 grants of 5 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−10%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 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 $28K (2024) to $34K (2022). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $28K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell University US Department of Agriculture Ithaca, NY | Field Research and Extension Education | $28,492 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $29,889,246 | $14,968,300 | $12,012,758 | $28,492 | 1 | $1,708,172 |
| 2023 | $27,614,442 | $12,504,015 | $11,871,694 | $29,294 | 1 | $234,546 |
| 2022 | $26,233,488 | $11,933,411 | $11,157,948 | $34,441 | 1 | $202,432 |
| 2021 | $26,553,924 | $11,045,155 | $9,898,715 | $31,743 | 1 | $695,368 |
| 2020 | $25,150,167 | $10,410,462 | $8,923,759 | $29,648 | 1 | $294,395 |
About The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute
Based on IRS filings
The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Chazy, NY. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $29.9M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $28K. Net investment income was $1.7M.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute is led by Heather Dann, President since 2024 (on filings since 2020); 8 of 18 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Heather Dann
President
Research Scientist → President, 2024
On filings since 2020
60 hrs/week
$129K (2020) → $213K (2024)
Frederick Woodward
Chair & Trustee
Vice Chair & Trustee → Chair & Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Richard Grant
Trustee
President → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
$236K (2020) → $0 (2024)
Catherine Ballard
Director of Research
On filings since 2021
50 hrs/week
$101K (2021) → $105K (2024)
Michael Lemza
Director of Physical Plant
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$101K (2023) → $105K (2024)
Brendan Owens
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Geoffrey Yates
Vice Chair & Trustee
Trustee → Vice Chair & Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Richard Eakins
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Rocklyn Giroux
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Roderic Giltz
Trustee
Chair & Trustee → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Steven Frederick
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Tony LaPierre
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Matthew Bull
Trustee
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Kirk Beattie
Vice President, Administration & Finance
On filings since 2020
50 hrs/week
$156K (2020) → $182K (2024)
Rachel Dutil
Secretary
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$54K (2020) → $62K (2024)
Steven Couture
Farm Manager
On filings since 2020
50 hrs/week
$104K (2020) → $122K (2024)
Sarah Morrison
Research Scientist
On filings since 2022
60 hrs/week
$101K (2022) → $110K (2024)
Stephen Kramer
Research Scientist
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$102K (2024)
Former officers (2)
- Former: Janet Duprey (2020–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Bernard Leerkes (2020–2021) — Trustee
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $213K, to Heather Dann (President). 8 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute
How much does The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute give each year?
The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute gave $28K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $29K across 1 grant.
How large is The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute?
The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute reported $29.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $15.0M.
What is The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute?
The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute is a public charity focused on Food, Agriculture & Nutrition, based in Chazy, NY. It holds $29.9M in total assets as of 2024.
Where does The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute operate?
The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute has awarded grants in New York.
What is The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute's EIN?
The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 14-1414736. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 9, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS March 29, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS August 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS June 10, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 23, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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