Ferguson Electric Foundation
Accepts applications
Ferguson Electric Foundation is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,500 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$81,500
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was down from $100,300 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $102,500 | 39 | $959,793 |
| 2024 | $100,300 | 32 | $974,414 |
| 2025 | $81,500 | 29 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Dave Schmidt 333 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, NY 14203 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (716) 852-2010 |
| What to submit | Written request and description of grant |
What Ferguson Electric Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 28 | $80,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Roswell Park Alliance Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Buffalo State College | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Catholic Health Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Buffalo Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Kaleida Health Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Buffalo City Mission | Charitable | $3,000 |
| St Joseph's Collegiate Institute | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Canisius University | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Hospice Foundation of Western New York | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Kevin Guest House | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Olv Charities | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Crisis Services | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Explore & More Children's Museum | Charitable | $2,000 |
| St Luke's Mission of Mercy | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Zoological Society of Buffalo | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Aquarium of Niagara | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Bison Children's Scholarship Fund | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Buffalo Suzuki Strings | Charitable | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Say Yes Buffalo | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Charitable | $500 |
| American Cancer Society | Charitable | $500 |
| American Diabetes Association | Charitable | $500 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Charitable | $500 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Society | Charitable | $500 |
| Linking Hands for Learning | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Murray
- Kevin T Roland
- Kevin P Nugent
- David R Pfalzgraf Esq
- David M Schmidt
- Doug Schwallie
- Edward Walsh Jr
Questions people ask
Does Ferguson Electric Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Ferguson Electric Foundation give?
$81,500 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Ferguson Electric Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Murray (Director), Kevin T Roland (President), Kevin P Nugent (Secretary) and David R Pfalzgraf Esq (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Ferguson Electric Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.