The Ackerman Foundation
Accepts applications
The Ackerman Foundation is a private foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $810,000 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$810,000
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$16.7 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $780,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $780,000 | 35 | $17.4 million |
| 2024 | $810,000 | 36 | $16.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John F Ackerman 401 Pennsylvania Parkway Suite 115, Indianapolis, IN 46280 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (317) 663-0205 |
| What to submit | Money requested and purpose for which money is to be used |
| Restrictions | It is currently anticipated that the organization will focus its efforts in areas of scientific and medical research, care, including housing for the aged and gifts to entities such as museums, zoos, the united way and the red cross. The organization may also, in the future, implement a scholar- ship program; although, no such program is planned at this time. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Ackerman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 35 | $780,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Purdue Foundation | General operations | $100,000 |
| Oaks Academy | General operations | $75,000 |
| Conner Prairie Museum | General operations | $50,000 |
| Gleaners Food Bank | General operations | $50,000 |
| Indianapolis Zoo | General operations | $50,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Indianapolis | General operations | $50,000 |
| United Way of Central Indiana | General operations | $50,000 |
| Providence Cristo Rey | General operations | $50,000 |
| First Baptist Athletics | General operations | $40,000 |
| Parent Project MD | General operations | $30,000 |
| Shepherd Community Center | General operations | $25,000 |
| Teenworks | General operations | $25,000 |
| Herron High School | General operations | $25,000 |
| Elevate Ventures Inc | General operations | $20,000 |
| Newfields | General operations | $20,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | General operations | $10,000 |
| College Mentors | General operations | $10,000 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Family Foundation | General operations | $10,000 |
| Brightlane Learning | General operations | $10,000 |
| United Schools of Indianapolis | General operations | $10,000 |
| Horizon House | General operations | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement | General operations | $10,000 |
| KIPP Indianapolis Inc | General operations | $10,000 |
| Outreach Inc | General operations | $10,000 |
| Children's Museum | General operations | $5,000 |
| Eskenazi Health Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| Indiana Reperatory Theatre | General operations | $5,000 |
| Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra Foundation | General operations | $5,000 |
| The Children's Theraplay Foundation Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Eiteljorg Museum | General operations | $5,000 |
| Center for the Performing Arts | General operations | $5,000 |
| Crossroads of America Council | General operations | $5,000 |
| Heartland Film Inc | General operations | $5,000 |
| Indiana Center for Prevention | General operations | $5,000 |
| Indianapolis Childrens Choir | General operations | $5,000 |
| Outrun the Sun | General operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John F Ackerman
Questions people ask
Does The Ackerman Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Ackerman Foundation give?
$810,000 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Ackerman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John F Ackerman (Trustee).
What does The Ackerman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.