Ackerman Family Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Ackerman Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Mendon, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $232,947 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,160 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$232,947
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,160
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $147,971 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $206,791 | 16 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $147,971 | 16 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $232,947 | 18 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | David P Ackerman 1279 Pittsford Mendon Road, Mendon, NY 14506 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (617) 817-5505 |
| What to submit | No specific form - only a brief letter describing the project and the amount required |
What Ackerman Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $87,100 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $51,027 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $3,320 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Junglekeepers | Program support | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts Maritime Acadamy | Program support | $50,000 |
| American Chestnut Restoration | Program support | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Environment | Program support | $25,000 |
| Intervol | Program support | $20,000 |
| Blackfoot Challenge | Program support | $15,000 |
| Allegany County Historical Society | Program support | $5,000 |
| Buffalo Museum of Science | Program support | $5,000 |
| Shikar-Safari Club International | Program support | $2,320 |
| University of Rochester | Program support | $2,000 |
| Belmont Fire Department | Program support | $2,000 |
| Elbow Reef Foundation | Program support | $1,500 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | Program support | $1,027 |
| American Heart Association | Program support | $1,000 |
| Wellsville Volunteer Ambulance | Program support | $1,000 |
| Richburg Volunteer Fire Department | Program support | $1,000 |
| Friendship Free Library | Program support | $1,000 |
| Cornell University | Program support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Quinn E Ackerman
- Philip G Ackerman
- David P Ackerman
Questions people ask
Does Ackerman Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Ackerman Family Foundation Inc give?
$232,947 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,160.
Who runs Ackerman Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Quinn E Ackerman (Secretary), Philip G Ackerman (Treasurer) and David P Ackerman (President).
What does Ackerman Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, community development and education.