The Armstrong Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Armstrong Foundation is a private foundation in St Peters, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.1 million in 73 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $396,992. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants73
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$396,992
- Assets$60.4 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
44% 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 | $1.8 million | 65 | $39.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 64 | $40.0 million |
| 2025 | $2.1 million | 73 | $60.4 million |
How to apply
The Armstrong 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 Armstrong Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 32 | $1.2 million |
| New Jersey | 3 | $422,992 |
| New York | 15 | $224,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $40,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $35,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $27,500 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $25,100 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blair Academy | Mission purpose | $396,992 |
| Williamson College of the Trades | Mission purpose | $320,000 |
| Penn Medicine | Mission purpose | $250,000 |
| Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church | Mission purpose | $135,000 |
| Natural Lands Trust | Mission purpose | $78,000 |
| Pennsylvania Institute of Technology | Mission purpose | $75,000 |
| Adirondack Nature Conservancy | Mission purpose | $50,000 |
| Gol Howies House | Mission purpose | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania Horticultural Society | Mission purpose | $50,000 |
| Adirondack Council | Mission purpose | $37,500 |
| Project Home | Mission purpose | $35,000 |
| Adirondack Land Trust | Mission purpose | $30,000 |
| Baker Industries | Mission purpose | $30,000 |
| Philabundance | Mission purpose | $30,000 |
| Adirondack Explorer | Mission purpose | $25,000 |
| Adirondack Health Foundation | Mission purpose | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross | Mission purpose | $25,000 |
| Bancroft | Mission purpose | $25,000 |
| Caf America (Tusk) | Mission purpose | $25,000 |
| Kent School | Mission purpose | $25,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | Mission purpose | $25,000 |
| Bryn Mawr Hospital | Mission purpose | $22,500 |
| Timothy School | Mission purpose | $22,000 |
| Eagles Autism Foundation | Mission purpose | $20,000 |
| Hopephl | Mission purpose | $15,000 |
| Jenkins Arboretum | Mission purpose | $15,000 |
| Autism Speaks (Afg) | Mission purpose | $10,000 |
| Caves Valley Golf Club Assoc | Mission purpose | $10,000 |
| Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation (Afg) | Mission purpose | $10,000 |
| Cobbs Creek Foundation | Mission purpose | $10,000 |
| Gender Justice | Mission purpose | $10,000 |
| National Abortion Federation | Mission purpose | $10,000 |
| Neighborhood Gardens Trust | Mission purpose | $10,000 |
| Thaddeus Stevens Foundation | Mission purpose | $10,000 |
| Neighborhood Trust Financial Partners Inc | Mission purpose | $9,000 |
| Gesu School | Mission purpose | $8,000 |
| National Public Radio (NPR) | Mission purpose | $7,500 |
| North Country Public Radio | Mission purpose | $7,500 |
| Propublica | Mission purpose | $7,500 |
| Eldernet of Lower Merion & Narberth | Mission purpose | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eve S Bogle
- Barbara B Renninger
- Jean Sherrerd Bogle
- Nancy B St John
- Sandra Marucci
- Andrew A Bogle
- John C Bogle Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Armstrong Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Armstrong Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2025, across 73 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Armstrong Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Eve S Bogle (Trustee), Barbara B Renninger (Trustee), Jean Sherrerd Bogle (Trustee) and Nancy B St John (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Armstrong Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.