Andersons Inc Charitable Foundation

Quick Stats

• Annual Giving: $211,540 (2023)
• Success Rate: Not applicable (invitation only)
• Decision Time: Not publicly disclosed
• Grant Range: Not publicly disclosed
• Geographic Focus: Communities where The Andersons operates, emphasis on Toledo, OH

Contact Details

• Corporate Headquarters: 1947 Briarfield Blvd, Maumee, OH 43537
• Phone: 419-893-5050
• Website: Not available for foundation
• Email: Not publicly available
• Note: Does not accept unsolicited applications

Overview

The Andersons Inc Charitable Foundation, established in 2007 and granted charitable status in 2008, is a private corporate foundation with assets of $11.8 million. The foundation operates as the philanthropic arm of The Andersons, Inc., a publicly traded agribusiness and retail company founded in 1947. With annual income of approximately $10.7 million, the foundation distributes grants totaling around $211,540 annually to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations. The foundation operates without a public application process, selecting grant recipients internally based on strategic alignment with corporate values and community presence. The Andersons, Inc. was recognized in 2024 by both Forbes' America's Most Successful Small Companies and Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies, reflecting its commitment to corporate responsibility and community service.

Funding Priorities

Grant Programs

The foundation does not operate specific named grant programs but provides support across multiple areas aligned with corporate operations and values.

Priority Areas

• Higher education institutions
• Agriculture and agricultural education
• Forest preservation and environmental causes
• Youth development programs
• Social services organizations
• Cultural programs and arts
• Health initiatives
• Community development in operating locations

What They Don't Fund

• Individuals
• Endowment funds
• Ongoing school operating funds
• Organizations where they would be the major or sole source of funding
• Private foundations under IRC 509

Governance and Leadership

The foundation is affiliated with The Andersons, Inc. leadership. Pat Bowe serves as Chairman of the Board (former CEO), with Bill Krueger assuming the CEO role in October 2024. The foundation operates as an extension of the company's commitment to service, which the leadership describes as "a cornerstone of who The Andersons is as a company." The foundation's governance structure and specific board composition are not publicly disclosed.

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

This funder does not have a public application process. Grants are awarded at the discretion of the foundation's leadership based on internal selection processes. Organizations cannot submit unsolicited applications or proposals. Grant recipients are identified through corporate relationships, community partnerships, and strategic alignment with The Andersons' business operations and values.

Decision Timeline

Not applicable - no public application process exists.

Success Rates

Not applicable - invitation only basis.

Reapplication Policy

Not applicable - no public application process.

Application Success Factors

Since this foundation operates without a public application process, traditional application strategies do not apply. Organizations seeking support should focus on:

• Building relationships within communities where The Andersons operates
• Demonstrating clear alignment with the foundation's priority areas, particularly agriculture, education, and youth development
• Understanding that grants are typically supplemental funding rather than major support
• Establishing visibility through community partnerships and local networks
• Note that The Andersons Fund Supporting Organization, a separate entity operating through the Greater Toledo Community Foundation, does accept competitive applications with an April 15 deadline

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

• This is an invitation-only funder with no public application process
• Strong emphasis on communities where The Andersons, Inc. operates, particularly the Toledo, OH area
• Focus areas align with corporate business interests: agriculture, education, youth development
• Grants are supplemental funding sources, not major support
• Consider The Andersons Fund Supporting Organization as an alternative with public applications (April 15 deadline)
• Building local relationships and community visibility is essential for consideration
• The foundation reflects the company's 75+ year commitment to community service

References

• ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer - Form 990-PF filings for The Andersons Inc Charitable Foundation (EIN: 26-1665008)
• CauseIQ Nonprofit Database - Foundation profile and grant data
• The Andersons, Inc. Corporate Website - Company information and leadership updates
• Greater Toledo Community Foundation - Information on The Andersons Fund Supporting Organization
• Candid Foundation Directory - Foundation classification and operational details
• Forbes America's Most Successful Small Companies 2024
• Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2024
• The Andersons, Inc. Share the Bounty Report and Sustainability Reviews