The Ergon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ergon Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $26,500 and the largest $132,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.0 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$26,500
- Largest grant$132,000
- Assets$28.7 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $930,500 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $930,500 | 22 | $25.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 22 | $28.7 million |
How to apply
The Ergon Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Ergon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 4 | $347,000 |
| Kentucky | 8 | $290,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $145,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $110,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $57,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Alabama | 2 | $16,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $12,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pillar Church Planting Network | RTIM Missionaries | $132,000 |
| International Mission Board of the Southern Baptis | Project | $120,000 |
| Grace Covenant Church of Bay County | General & Unrestricted | $110,000 |
| Pillar Church Planting Network | Residency Fund | $100,000 |
| Reaching and Teaching International Ministries Inc | Trellis Project | $100,000 |
| Reaching and Teaching International Ministries Inc | RTIM Missionary Support | $100,000 |
| Pillar Church Planting Network | Colombia Ministry | $65,000 |
| Capitol Hill Baptist Church | International Projects | $50,000 |
| Pillar Church Planting Network | Church Plant Startups | $50,000 |
| Cross Vision Missions | General & Unrestricted | $45,000 |
| Reaching and Teaching International Ministries Inc | East Asia Strengthening | $28,000 |
| International Mission Board of the Southern Baptis | Central Asia Pastoral Encouragement and Research (Silas) | $25,000 |
| Reaching and Teaching International Ministries Inc | Asia Fund | $23,500 |
| Reaching and Teaching International Ministries Inc | BCBC Project | $21,000 |
| Cross Vision Missions | Project Iglesia Sana Aguas | $12,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Walker-North Jefferson Co., AL | $12,000 |
| Last Bell Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Footprints Abroad International Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Reaching and Teaching International Ministries Inc | RTIM Missionaries | $6,000 |
| Reaching and Teaching International Ministries Inc | RTIM Missionary Support | $6,000 |
| Reaching and Teaching International Ministries Inc | RTIM Missionary Support | $6,000 |
| Redeemer Presbyterian Church | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Drummond Jr
- John Drummond Sr
- Ashley Glover
Questions people ask
Does The Ergon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ergon Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $26,500.
Who runs The Ergon Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Drummond Jr (Pres, Dir, Sec), John Drummond Sr (Dir, VP) and Ashley Glover (Dir, VP).
What does The Ergon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.