The Androse Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Androse Foundation is a private foundation in Jefferson, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $926,405 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $120,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$926,405
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$19.6 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
4% 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 | $1.0 million | 49 | $16.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 52 | $17.8 million |
| 2025 | $926,405 | 47 | $19.6 million |
How to apply
The Androse 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 Androse Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 44 | $867,405 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Josephs Calasanctius | Charitable | $120,000 |
| United Methodist Church | Charitable | $84,500 |
| Assumption of the Blessed | Charitable | $74,660 |
| St Adalbert Church | Charitable | $55,000 |
| Bethel Bible Church | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Wvu Childrens Hospital | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Lighthouse Harvest Foundation | Charitable | $40,000 |
| H20 Mission Inc | Charitable | $35,000 |
| St Peters Episcopal Church | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $30,000 |
| St Pauls Lutheran Church | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Dillonvale Food Pantry | Charitable | $25,000 |
| G O Community Development | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Harvest International Church | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Our Lady of Peace Parish | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Friends of Smithfield Cemetery | Charitable | $17,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Manna Project | Charitable | $15,000 |
| First United Church of Christ | Charitable | $14,245 |
| Ashtabula County Humane Society | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ashtabula Dream Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ashtabula Homeless Shelter | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ashcraft Industries | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Ashtabula Animal Protection | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Cedarbrook Camp | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Eagleville Bible Church | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Nature Conservancy of Ohio | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Spiderweb Inc | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Anchor of Hope | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Andover United Methodist | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ashtabula Arts Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ashtabula Light House | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Civic Development Corporation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Country Neighbor Program | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Dillonvale Alumni Association | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Goodwill Industries | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Interlude Retreat Corporation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Pymatuning Community Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Kovach
- Kris Cox
Questions people ask
Does The Androse Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Androse Foundation give?
$926,405 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs The Androse Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth Kovach (President/Treas) and Kris Cox (Secretary).
What does The Androse Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and human services.