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    American Eagle Outfitters Foundation

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    PITTSBURGH, PAWebsite4124324552

    About American Eagle Outfitters Foundation

    Support causes important to associates and customers by making a meaningful impact in their communities through national and global charity partnerships; prioritize youth empowerment, education and the mental health and well‑being of teens and young adults.

    Focus Areas

    Mental healthYouth empowermentEducationDisaster reliefWomen's empowermentCommunity development

    Who They Fund

    local community residentsneighborhood-level populationsundifferentiated public

    Funding Style

    community-focused givinggeneral operating supportdirect service delivery

    About American Eagle Outfitters Foundation

    American Eagle Outfitters Foundation gives through a mix of community grants, signature grants, and invitation-only service awards, with a visible emphasis on youth mental health, teen and young adult programming, and women’s empowerment. Its recent grant list shows repeated support for national charities such as Bring Change to Mind, Delivering Good, and Special Olympics, alongside local awards to smaller community groups in Pittsburgh, New York, and other cities. The foundation also runs programs that reach beyond its core youth focus, including global grants for humanitarian aid and environmental protection, and women-centered grantmaking through the Aerie Real Foundation. That combination points to a funder that works across local, national, and international settings while keeping a strong community-service orientation. Recent awards also show a willingness to back both large established nonprofits and neighborhood-level organizations, including arts, hunger relief, and youth-serving groups. Several grants are explicitly tied to local service projects or programming for teens and young adults, reinforcing the foundation’s interest in direct community impact rather than restricted institutional funding.

    What American Eagle Outfitters Foundation Funds

    Mental health is a clear priority. In 2025, the foundation gave $100,000 to Bring Change to Mind in San Francisco and another $100,000 to Special Olympics in Washington, DC, both listed as community charity support. Youth empowerment appears in local programming grants as well: Mcg Youth in Pittsburgh received $15,000, and NYC Outward Bound Schools in Long Island City received $15,000. Education-related funding shows up in a community setting too, including $15,000 to Urban Arts in New York and $15,000 to Cityarts in New York, both tied to youth-serving programming. The foundation also supports basic-needs and hunger-related work; Child Hunger Outreach Partners in Towanda received $15,000 in 2025 and $12,250 in 2024.

    How American Eagle Outfitters Foundation Gives

    Typical grant size sits at $5,000 at the 25th percentile, $5,000 at the median, and $10,000 at the 75th percentile. The recent list also includes larger awards at $50,000 and $100,000, showing a mix of small community grants and bigger signature-style commitments. Recipients appear across multiple years, including Delivering Good and Child Hunger Outreach Partners, which points to recurring relationships rather than one-off giving only. The foundation is a regular funder, not a donor-advised fund, does not fund individuals, and does not make program-related investments. Several of its community grant programs accept unsolicited proposals, while some signature and service grants are invitation-based.

    Financial Snapshot

    Annual Giving

    $3.6M

    Total Assets

    $15.1M

    Total Revenue

    $4.3M

    Total Expenses

    $3.9M

    Typical Grant Size

    Most grants fall between $5K and $10K, with a median of $5K.

    25th Percentile

    $5K

    Median

    $5K

    75th Percentile

    $10K

    Geographic Reach

    National44 states funded
    Funding intensity
    Low
    High
    Headquarters
    Funding intensity
    Low
    High

    Where American Eagle Outfitters Foundation Funds

    Top 2 recipient countries by grant volume for American Eagle Outfitters Foundation.

    RankCountryGrantsTotalShare
    1United StatesDomestic489$3.7M
    91.2%
    2Canada

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    Topics

    community developmentlocal charitable servicesbasic needs assistance (food/clothing/shelter)volunteer-led neighborhood programs

    Where American Eagle Outfitters Foundation Makes Grants

    Grantmaking is national, with the heaviest concentration in Pennsylvania and 22% of grants going to recipients in the HQ state. Recent recipients include Pittsburgh-based groups such as Special Olympics, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh, and Mcg Youth, plus New York City organizations like Delivering Good, Headcount, and Urban Arts. Canada also appears in the portfolio, accounting for 8.8% of grants, with recent awards to Mississauga and Toronto organizations. The recent grants list shows activity in other U.S. cities as well, including San Francisco, Los Angeles, Portland, Atlanta, and Washington, DC.

    Frequently Asked Questions About American Eagle Outfitters Foundation

    What types of organizations does American Eagle Outfitters Foundation support?

    The foundation supports organizations working in youth mental health, youth empowerment, education, disaster relief, women’s empowerment, and community development. Its program descriptions also point to basic needs assistance and volunteer-led neighborhood programs through community grants and service awards.

    Does American Eagle Outfitters Foundation accept unsolicited applications?

    Yes, some programs do. The Community Grants programs and the AEO Global Grants Program accept unsolicited applications, while the Signature Grants and May Month of Service awards are invitation-based.

    What is the typical grant size?

    The typical grant size is $5,000 at both the 25th percentile and median, with the 75th percentile at $10,000. The recent grant list also includes larger awards of $50,000 and $100,000.

    Where does the foundation give most often?

    Pennsylvania is the top state by grant count, and 22% of grants go to recipients in the HQ state of Pennsylvania. Recent Pennsylvania recipients include organizations in Pittsburgh, Bethel Park, Weatherly, and Towanda.

    Are there grants outside the United States?

    Yes. Canada accounts for 8.8% of grants, and the AEO Global Grants Program also supports international NGOs. Recent Canadian recipients in the data are located in Mississauga and Toronto.

    Latest 990 Filing

    2025

    Source: IRS Form 990-PF, fiscal year 2025.

    47
    $236K
    8.8%

    Recipient country reflects the grantee's headquarters per IRS 990-PF and Schedule F filings, not the program's implementation country.

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    Current and upcoming funding from American Eagle Outfitters Foundation that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.

    Opening soonCloses Aug 31, 2026Award: Up to $15K

    AEO Better World Foundation — Community Grants

    youth empowermenteducationteen and young adult support

    Who can apply: Local 501(c)(3) organizations and registered Canadian charities invited to apply to support programming for teens and young adults in Pittsburgh, New York City, Hazleton, Ottawa, and Mississauga (Ontario area).

    Deadline: 2026 Spring deadline: April 10, 2026; 2026 Fall deadline: August 31, 2026

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    Recent Grants

    Most recent grants reported to the IRS.

    RecipientLocationAmountYearPurpose
    DELIVERING GOODNEW YORK, NY$100,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    DELIVERING GOODNEW YORK, NY$100,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    SPECIAL OLYMPICS INCWASHINGTON, DC$100,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    BRING CHANGE TO MINDSAN FRANCISCO, CA$100,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    PERIOD INC
    PORTLAND, OR
    $50,000
    2025
    COMMUNITY CHARITY
    IT GETS BETTERLOS ANGELES, CA$50,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    HEADCOUNTNEW YORK, NY$50,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF GREATER PITTSBURGHPITTSBURGH, PA$50,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF NEW YORK CITYNEW YORK, NY$45,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    DISASTER GRANTS UNDER 5000PITTSBURGH, PA$35,6002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    URBAN ARTSNEW YORK, NY$15,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    ECKLEY MINERS' VILLAGE MUSEUMWEATHERLY, PA$15,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    YOUTH TROOPERS FOR GLOBAL AWARENESSMISSISSAUGA$15,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    NYC OUTWARD BOUND SCHOOLSLONG ISLAND CITY, NY$15,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    SOUTH HILLS INTERFAITH MOVEMENTBETHEL PARK, PA$15,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    GREEN GUERILLASBROOKLYN, NY$15,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    FRIENDS OF MATERIALS FOR THE ARTSNEW YORK, NY$15,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    CITYARTSNEW YORK, NY$15,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    MCG YOUTHPITTSBURGH, PA$15,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    CHILD HUNGER OUTREACH PARTNERSTOWANDA, PA$15,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    GRANTS UNDER 5000PITTSBURGH, PA$14,9642025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    UNITY CHARITYTORONTO$13,1002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    YOUTH RISING ABOVETORONTO$12,5002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    FOSTER PRIDENEW YORK, NY$12,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    CHABAD HOUSE ON CAMPUS UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGHPITTSBURGH, PA$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    LIFE'SWORK OF WESTERN PAPITTSBURGH, PA$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    THE WOMEN AND GIRLS FOUNDATIONPITTSBURGH, PA$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    YWCA GREATER PITTSBURGHPITTSBURGH, PA$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    MAYDMMADISON, WI$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    HELPING HANDS FOR SINGLE MOMS DALLASMCKINNEY, TX$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    THE HIDDEN OPPONENTARNOLD, MD$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    WE BUILD BLACK INCHYATTSVILLE, MD$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    JEREMIAH'S PLACEPITTSBURGH, PA$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    THE BOYS' CLUB OF NEW YORKNEW YORK, NY$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    EMBRACE HER LEGACYBROOKLYN, NY$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    STRONG WOMEN STRONG GIRLSPITTSBURGH, PA$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    ADAPTIVE FITNESS LEGIONFAIRFAX, VA$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    FAST FEETBROOKLYN, NY$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    EXALTNEW YORK, NY$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    ALLEGHENY LAND TRUSTSEWICKLEY, PA$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    SISTERS IN SYNCHAMILTON$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    UPSTREAMPGHPITTSBURGH, PA$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    PUBLICOLORNEW YORK, NY$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    FREE ARTS NYCNEW YORK, NY$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    CON MI MADREAUSTIN, TX$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    PROJECT INCLUSIONHENDERSON, NV$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS DBA INCLUDENYCNEW YORK, NY$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    DRESS FOR SUCCESS VANCOUVERVANCOUVER$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    CARNEGIE MUSEUMS OF PITTSBURGHPITTSBURGH, PA$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY
    LATINO EQUALITY ALLIANCELOS ANGELES, CA$10,0002025COMMUNITY CHARITY

    DELIVERING GOOD

    $100,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    DELIVERING GOOD

    $100,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    SPECIAL OLYMPICS INC

    $100,000
    WASHINGTON, DC2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    BRING CHANGE TO MIND

    $100,000
    SAN FRANCISCO, CA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    PERIOD INC

    $50,000
    PORTLAND, OR2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    IT GETS BETTER

    $50,000
    LOS ANGELES, CA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    HEADCOUNT

    $50,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF GREATER PITTSBURGH

    $50,000
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF NEW YORK CITY

    $45,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    DISASTER GRANTS UNDER 5000

    $35,600
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    URBAN ARTS

    $15,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    ECKLEY MINERS' VILLAGE MUSEUM

    $15,000
    WEATHERLY, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    YOUTH TROOPERS FOR GLOBAL AWARENESS

    $15,000
    MISSISSAUGA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    NYC OUTWARD BOUND SCHOOLS

    $15,000
    LONG ISLAND CITY, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    SOUTH HILLS INTERFAITH MOVEMENT

    $15,000
    BETHEL PARK, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    GREEN GUERILLAS

    $15,000
    BROOKLYN, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    FRIENDS OF MATERIALS FOR THE ARTS

    $15,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    CITYARTS

    $15,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    MCG YOUTH

    $15,000
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    CHILD HUNGER OUTREACH PARTNERS

    $15,000
    TOWANDA, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    GRANTS UNDER 5000

    $14,964
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    UNITY CHARITY

    $13,100
    TORONTO2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    YOUTH RISING ABOVE

    $12,500
    TORONTO2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    FOSTER PRIDE

    $12,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    CHABAD HOUSE ON CAMPUS UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH

    $10,000
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    LIFE'SWORK OF WESTERN PA

    $10,000
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    THE WOMEN AND GIRLS FOUNDATION

    $10,000
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    YWCA GREATER PITTSBURGH

    $10,000
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    MAYDM

    $10,000
    MADISON, WI2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    HELPING HANDS FOR SINGLE MOMS DALLAS

    $10,000
    MCKINNEY, TX2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    THE HIDDEN OPPONENT

    $10,000
    ARNOLD, MD2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    WE BUILD BLACK INC

    $10,000
    HYATTSVILLE, MD2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    JEREMIAH'S PLACE

    $10,000
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    THE BOYS' CLUB OF NEW YORK

    $10,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    EMBRACE HER LEGACY

    $10,000
    BROOKLYN, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    STRONG WOMEN STRONG GIRLS

    $10,000
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    ADAPTIVE FITNESS LEGION

    $10,000
    FAIRFAX, VA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    FAST FEET

    $10,000
    BROOKLYN, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    EXALT

    $10,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    ALLEGHENY LAND TRUST

    $10,000
    SEWICKLEY, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    SISTERS IN SYNC

    $10,000
    HAMILTON2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    UPSTREAMPGH

    $10,000
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    PUBLICOLOR

    $10,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    FREE ARTS NYC

    $10,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    CON MI MADRE

    $10,000
    AUSTIN, TX2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    PROJECT INCLUSION

    $10,000
    HENDERSON, NV2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    RESOURCES FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS DBA INCLUDENYC

    $10,000
    NEW YORK, NY2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    DRESS FOR SUCCESS VANCOUVER

    $10,000
    VANCOUVER2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    CARNEGIE MUSEUMS OF PITTSBURGH

    $10,000
    PITTSBURGH, PA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY

    LATINO EQUALITY ALLIANCE

    $10,000
    LOS ANGELES, CA2025

    COMMUNITY CHARITY