I Am Mercy Foundation A/K/A I Am the Vine Foundation
Preselected recipients only
I Am Mercy Foundation A/K/A I Am the Vine Foundation is a private foundation in Haverford, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $16.4 million in 37 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $3.5 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$16.4 million
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$3.5 million
- Assets$411 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2024 was down from $21.8 million the year before.
65% of its 2024 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 | $21.8 million | 24 | $351 million |
| 2024 | $16.4 million | 37 | $411 million |
How to apply
I Am Mercy Foundation A/K/A I Am the Vine 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 I Am Mercy Foundation A/K/A I Am the Vine Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $435,000 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 22 | $9.2 million |
| Ohio | 1 | $3.5 million |
| Indiana | 2 | $551,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $501,023 |
| New York | 3 | $233,094 |
| Illinois | 1 | $200,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $189,792 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $150,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Franciscan University of Steubenville | To fund franciscan university mission for students in washington dc. | $3.5 million |
| Saint Denis Catholic Church | To support religious activities. | $2.2 million |
| Project Home | To break the cycle of homelessness and poverty in philadelphia. | $1.7 million |
| Thomas Jefferson University - Raphael Center for Neurorestoration | To restore, promote, maintain, and improve function caused by neurological disorders. | $1.7 million |
| Philadelphia Independence Mission Schools | To provide support to a network of catholic elementary schools in philadelphia. | $1.0 million |
| Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary | To support ongoing academic and pastoral programs to priests, deacons, religious and laity. | $1.0 million |
| Becket Fund for Religious Liberty | To support legal activities in defense of religious liberty. | $500,000 |
| Congregation of Holy Cross US Province | To support educators of faith in the fields of education, parish and mission. | $500,000 |
| The Catholic Foundation of Greater Philadelphia | To support the little sisters of the poor holy family home program fund. | $500,000 |
| Platform for Social Impact Puerto Rico | To support the development, wellbeing, and opportunities to succeed for children. | $400,000 |
| The Papal Foundation | To fund charitable projects supporting the philanthropic priorities of the catholic church. | $350,000 |
| The Ehlers-Danos Society | To support the study of ehlers-danlos syndrome & development of personalized therapeutic solutions | $222,094 |
| Cristo Rey Network | To support programs furthering cristo reys catholic character, missions, and programs. | $200,000 |
| Sisters of Mary World Villages for Children | To provide food, shelter, medical care and education to needy international children. | $189,792 |
| University of Oklahoma Foundation Inc | To support the ou college of medicine. | $150,000 |
| Catholic Leadership Institute | To provide pastoral leadership formation and consulting in the roman catholic church. | $110,445 |
| Saint John Neumann Parish | To support religious activities. | $106,200 |
| Broad Street Ministry | To embrace the individual needs of our most vulnerable sisters and brothers. | $100,000 |
| Caring for Friends | To provide food and friendship to seniors, kids, adults and the homeless. | $100,000 |
| Live Vertical | To create cultures of evangelization and missionary discipleship in catholic schools. | $100,000 |
| St Christophers Hospital for Children | To support the health needs of children through clinical care, outreach, research, and education. | $100,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | To support higher learning at the university of notre dame. | $51,000 |
| Metrodora Foundation | To advance care and accelerate cures for patients with chronic, multisystem disorders. | $50,000 |
| Our House Ministries | To fund the production and distribution of venerable matt talbot documentary film. | $50,000 |
| Thomas Jefferson University | To support patient assistance at the david farber aspire center. | $50,000 |
| For Pete's Sake Cancer Respite Foundation | To support respite programs for cancer patients and their families. | $25,000 |
| Monastero Dei Santi Domenico E Sisto | To support religious activities. | $25,000 |
| RC Activities Inc | To develop and offer programs and resources based on gospel values. | $25,000 |
| ALS United Mid-Atlantic (Formerly the ALS Association Philadelphia Chapter) | To raise awareness to find a cure for als. | $10,000 |
| Friends of Barzilai Medical Center | To support medical care for civilians and soldiers at the barzilai medical center in israel. | $10,000 |
| La Fondita de Jesus | To provide a supportive community to homeless people in san juan, puerto rico. | $10,000 |
| The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Foundation | To support the matthew houder endowed fund for spine disorder research. | $10,000 |
| Greater Philadelphia YMCA | To provide financial assistance for families to utilize YMCA programs & services. | $5,000 |
| The Rock School for Dance Education | To make arts education available to economically disadvantaged students. | $5,000 |
| Association of Notre Dame Clubs Inc - Philadelphia | To support the rachel gernerd phighting irish 5k fundraiser. | $2,080 |
| Lumind Idsc Foundation | To provide improved health, independence & opportunities to the down syndrome community. | $1,023 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | To support research and care for blood cancer patients. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward J Fitzgerald III
- Kathryn S Fitzgerald
- Edward J Fitzgerald IV
Questions people ask
Does I Am Mercy Foundation A/K/A I Am the Vine Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does I Am Mercy Foundation A/K/A I Am the Vine Foundation give?
$16.4 million in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs I Am Mercy Foundation A/K/A I Am the Vine Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward J Fitzgerald III (President, Secretary, Treasurer & Dire), Kathryn S Fitzgerald (Director) and Edward J Fitzgerald IV (Director).
What does I Am Mercy Foundation A/K/A I Am the Vine Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and housing and homelessness.