From public IRS filings
MERCANTILE LIBRARY
CINCINNATI, OH · Education
Mission
A general library organized and operated for literary purposes. The members of the association seek to make a difference through literature and ideas, advancing interest in the written word, and celebrating the best in literary achievement.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Total revenue
$2.5M
Total expenses
$1.4M
Total assets
$12.2M
Program expense ratio
70%
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds MERCANTILE LIBRARY
$1.1M in foundation grants on record from 25 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Cincinnati Foundation | $310K | 3 |
| Louise Taft Semple Foundation | $150K | 2 |
| George & Margaret Mclane Foundation | $127K | 3 |
| Carol Ann and Ralph V Haile Jr Foundation | $125K | 1 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | $65K | 3 |
| Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts | $50K | 1 |
| William S Rowe Foundation Co Fifth | $50K | 2 |
| Thomas J Emery Memorial | $40K | 1 |
| Ohio Valley Foundation Fifth Third Bank | $25K | 1 |
| Frances R Luther Charitable Trust | $25K | 1 |
Leadership
John Faherty — Executive Director (Principal officer)
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