Ayers Foundation
Accepts applications
Ayers Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $408,265 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $57,265. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$408,265
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$57,265
- Assets$10.6 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was up from $404,500 the year before.
30% 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 | $404,500 | 24 | $9.5 million |
| 2024 | $408,265 | 23 | $10.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Ayers Foundation Co Private Foundat 300 Fifth Avenue 27th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (412) 762-2083, privatefoundationsolutions@pnc.com |
| What to submit | No formal application |
| Deadlines | No deadlines |
| Restrictions | Qualified charitable, religious, scientific, literary or educational organizations |
What Ayers Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 15 | $151,000 |
| New York | 2 | $82,265 |
| Colorado | 2 | $80,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $30,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Agahozo-Shalomn Youth Village | Village time gala sponshorship (ishema level) | $57,265 |
| Peruvian Hearts | General | $50,000 |
| Angels' Place Inc | General | $36,000 |
| Corazon de Esperanza Inc | Luz de vida/third floor youth transitional home | $30,000 |
| People of Peru Project | General | $30,000 |
| Peru Champs Association | General | $25,000 |
| Morehead State University | Daniel l. Mcgowan lifetime learning scholarship | $25,000 |
| Zebra Youth | Improve transportation for lgbtq+ youth | $20,000 |
| York Street Project | The nurturing place | $20,000 |
| Heritage Community Initiatives | Heritage education programs | $10,000 |
| Homeless Children's Education Fund | General | $10,000 |
| Hosanna House | 2024-2025 hope academy | $10,000 |
| Industrial Arts Workshop Inc | Increasing workforce development impact | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family & Children's Service of Pittsburgh | General | $10,000 |
| Pittsburgh Glass Center Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Trying Together | Early childhood education (cda) access | $10,000 |
| Urban Impact | Urban impact - early impact | $10,000 |
| Westminster College | Fireworks display - honoring gene decaprio | $9,000 |
| Community Park Association | General | $6,000 |
| Pittsburgh Trust for Cultural Resources | General | $5,000 |
| First Alliance Church | Great commission fund - honoring dorothy kennedy | $5,000 |
| Pittsburgh Center for the Arts | General | $5,000 |
| Contemporary Craft | Teen apprentice in craft & technology | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James A Ayers II
- PNC Bank NA
- Renee Ayers
- Bruce Bickel
- Cynthia Hamorsky
- Florence Ayers
Questions people ask
Does Ayers Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No deadlines.
How much does Ayers Foundation give?
$408,265 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Ayers Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James A Ayers II (Chairman), PNC Bank NA (Agent), Renee Ayers (President) and Bruce Bickel (Executive Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Ayers Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and arts and culture.