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James J And Joan A Gardner Family Foundation is a private corporation based in CINCINNATI, OH. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1995. The principal officer is Richard L Roeding Jr. It holds total assets of $84.2M. Annual income is reported at $13.7M. Total assets have grown from $34.9M in 2011 to $84.2M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 18 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Ohio. According to available records, James J And Joan A Gardner Family Foundation has made 152 grants totaling $15.3M, with a median grant of $25K. The foundation has distributed between $7.5M and $7.8M annually from 2022 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $1.6M, with an average award of $101K. The foundation has supported 108 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Ohio, Colorado, Florida, which account for 79% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 16 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$750
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$93K
Largest Grant
$3.1M
Based on 69 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
James J And Joan A Gardner Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 152 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in OH, CO, FL.
James J And Joan A Gardner Family Foundation has distributed a total of $15.3M across 152 grants. The median grant size is $25K, with an average of $101K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $1.6M.
James J And Joan A Gardner Family Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (311397164) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
James J And Joan A Gardner Family Foundation is headquartered in CINCINNATI, OH. While based in OH, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 16 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lorraine G Sommer | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jonathan J Mueller | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Laura K Mueller | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kyle J Johns | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Blaire A Harder | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ellie A Johns | VICE CHAIRMAN AND TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Adam T Mueller | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Maria E Sommer | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Madeline M Johns | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Bettina H Ross | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Keri S Mueller | CHAIRMAN AND TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Allison D Mueller | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Kyle C Harder | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Angelia M Gardner | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Eric G Mueller | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Linda G Mueller | TREASURER AND TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Margaret M Johns | SECRETARY AND TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Spencer J Gardner | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$84.2M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$84.2M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
152
Total Giving
$15.3M
Average Grant
$101K
Median Grant
$25K
Unique Recipients
108
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| ArtworksEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $50K | 2023 |
| Cincinnati Children'S Hospital Medical CenterEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $1.5M | 2023 |
| University Of Cincinnati FoundationEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $875K | 2023 |
| Accelerate Great SchoolsEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $699K | 2023 |
| Zoological Society Of Cincinnati (Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden)EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $600K | 2023 |
| Great Parks ForeverEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $500K | 2023 |
| Mary Magdalen Foundation IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $300K | 2023 |
| St Xavier High SchoolEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $250K | 2023 |
| Cincinnati Works IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $150K | 2023 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope Of Greater CincinnatiEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $140K | 2023 |
| Tri-State Trails (Formerly Green Umbrella)EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $125K | 2023 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Washington, DC | $110K | 2023 |
| Whitefish Legacy Partners IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Whitefish, MT | $100K | 2023 |
| Catholic Leadership Institute (Cli)EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Malvern, PA | $100K | 2023 |
| Our Lady Of The Snow ParishEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Granby, CO | $100K | 2023 |
| The Children'S Theatre Of CincinnatiEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $100K | 2023 |
| Santa Maria Community ServicesEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $100K | 2023 |
| ProkidsEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $100K | 2023 |
| Luke 5 AdventuresEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Mason, OH | $100K | 2023 |
| Sisters Of Notre Dame De Namur Ohio ProvinceEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $100K | 2023 |
| Valley Hope Association FoundationEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Norton, KS | $100K | 2023 |
| Cincinnati Museum Association (Cincinnati Art Museum)EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $93K | 2023 |
| Living Arrangements For The Developmentally Disabled Inc (Ladd)EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $70K | 2023 |
| Orlando Health Foundation IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Orlando, FL | $65K | 2023 |
| Economics Center For Education And Research (Economics Center)EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $50K | 2023 |
| Habitat For Humanity Of Greater CincinnatiEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $50K | 2023 |
| Bethany House Services IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $50K | 2023 |
| Cornerstone Renter EquityEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $50K | 2023 |
| Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health ServicesEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $50K | 2023 |
| 1n5EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $50K | 2023 |
| Ohio River FoundationEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $40K | 2023 |
| Three Valley Conservation TrustEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Oxford, OH | $40K | 2023 |
| Charleston WaterkeeperEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Charleston, SC | $35K | 2023 |
| Tender Mercies IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $30K | 2023 |
| Captains For Clean Water IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Fort Myers, FL | $30K | 2023 |
| Reviv Family Support Foundation (Formerly Vivian'S Victory Inc)EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $25K | 2023 |
| Lowcountry Land Trust IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Charleston, SC | $25K | 2023 |
| Whitefish Lake InstituteEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Whitefish, MT | $25K | 2023 |
| Cancer Family Care IncEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $25K | 2023 |
| Literacy Network Of Greater Cincinnati (Dba Queen City Book Bank)EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $25K | 2023 |
| Focus Points Family Resource CenterEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Denver, CO | $25K | 2023 |
| Saint Paul'S OutreachEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Mendota Heights, MN | $25K | 2023 |
| Springer School And CenterEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $25K | 2023 |
| The Angelico ProjectEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $25K | 2023 |
| The Association Of Community Employment Programs For The Homeless (Ace)EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Long Island City, NY | $25K | 2023 |
| The Summit Country Day SchoolEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $25K | 2023 |
| Rebuilding Together SeattleEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Tukwila, WA | $25K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater CincinnatiEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Cincinnati, OH | $20K | 2023 |
| Catholic Charities UsaEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Alexandria, VA | $20K | 2023 |
| The Montessori School Of EvergreenEXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | Evergreen, CO | $20K | 2023 |
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