Irions Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Irions Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Elkhart, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $493,783 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $80,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$493,783
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$15.7 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $537,048 the year before.
31% of its 2025 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 | $465,351 | 27 | $10.6 million |
| 2024 | $537,048 | 26 | $13.5 million |
| 2025 | $493,783 | 35 | $15.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Irions Foundation Co Thomas Irions 2602 Marina Drive, Elkhart, IN 46514 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (574) 264-3135 |
| What to submit | Application available upon request |
| Deadlines | April 15th of each year |
What Irions Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 35 | $493,783 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cultivate Food Rescue | Charitable | $80,000 |
| Community Foundation Elkhart County | Charitable | $50,000 |
| School City of Mishawaka | Charitble | $50,000 |
| Maple Crest Farmsfood Pantries | Charitable | $22,037 |
| Junior Achievement Serv Elk County | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Caps | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Elkhart Humane Society | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Bashor Children's Home | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Woman's Care Center | Charitable | $20,000 |
| 5 Star Life | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Loveway | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Lifeline Ministries | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Elkhart | Charitable | $19,318 |
| Habitat for Humanity Elkhart | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Kindness to Prevent Blindness | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity St Joseph Co | Charitable | $10,000 |
| New Life Christian Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Reta | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ehs Dollars for Scholars | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Concord Dollars for Scholars | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Faith Mission | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ryan's Place | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Spa Women's Ministry | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Indiana Black Expo | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Owl's Club | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Elkhart County 4H Fair | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ethos Science Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Homeward Bound | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Mishawaka Marian High School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Rolands Meat Processing | Chartiable | $4,236 |
| Elm Custom Processing | Chartiable | $4,192 |
| Center for the Homless | Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Clubhouse of St Joseph Co | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Freedom Systems Org | Chartable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas E Irions
- Jennifer Hernandez-Irions
- Michael Pianowski
Questions people ask
Does Irions Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 15th of each year.
How much does Irions Foundation Inc give?
$493,783 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Irions Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas E Irions (Pres/Secy/Tr), Jennifer Hernandez-Irions (Director) and Michael Pianowski (Director).
What does Irions Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, education and youth programs.