How to apply
The foundation invites qualified organizations to contact the foundation's program officer to schedule a screening interview. Contact: Jamie Markle, 308 E 8th St Fl 4, Cincinnati, Oh, 5134016449, JMARKLE@IGNITEPHILANTHROPY.COM Deadlines: Applications are due by april 8th Restrictions: Grants are awarded to programs supporting arts and environmental education within the greater cincinnati, los angeles county, boston, and mid-coast maine areas. All applicants must be tax exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code and must be classified as not a private foundation" under section 509(a) of the code. The foundation has a preference for small to mid-sized organizations and typically does not fund large institutions. Applicants must wait three years before submitting another proposal, regardless of funding decision.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
35 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Manifest Creative Research Gallery and Drawing CenterCincinnati, OH | Arts/arts education | $25K |
| Angels Gate Cultural CenterSan Pedro, CA | Arts/arts education | $15K |
| Cincinnati Shakespeare CompanyCincinnati, OH | Arts/arts education | $15K |
| Gaining GroundConcord, MA | Environmental | $13K |
| American Legacy TheatreCincinnati, OH | Arts/arts education | $10K |
| Mill Creek AllianceCincinnati, OH | Environmental | $10K |
| Mother Caroline Academy and Education CenterDorchester, MA | Arts/arts education | $10K |
| Northern Kentucky Symphony IncNewport, KY | Arts/arts education | $10K |
| Ryman-Carroll FoundationLos Angeles, CA | Arts/arts education | $10K |
| Theatrezone IncChelsea, MA | Arts/arts education | $10K |
| Georges River Land TrustRockland, ME | Environmental | $9,800 |
| A Mindful MomentCincinnati, OH | Arts/arts education | $7,500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater CincinnatiCincinnati, OH | Trustee match | $7,500 |
| Clifton Cultural Arts CenterCincinnati, OH | Arts/arts education | $7,500 |
| The Children's Protective Service of the Ohio Humane SocietyCincinnati, OH | Environmental | $7,500 |
| Cincinnati Academy of Performing ArtsCincinnati, OH | Arts/arts education | $5,000 |
| Cincinnati Arts AssociationCincinnati, OH | Arts/arts education | $5,000 |
| David Geiffen School of Drama at Yale UniversityNew Haven, CT | Trustee match | $5,000 |
| Kennedy Heights Arts AcademyCincinnati, OH | Arts/arts education | $5,000 |
| North East Emergency Distribution ServicesCincinnati, OH | Trustee match | $5,000 |
| Pyramid Hill Sculpture Park and MuseumHamilton, OH | Arts/arts education | $5,000 |
| Waldo Theatre IncWaldoboro, ME | Arts/arts education | $5,000 |
| Wasson WayCincinnati, OH | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Save the Animals FoundationCincinnati, OH | Trustee match | $4,000 |
| Children's Theatre of CincinnatiCincinnati, OH | Trustee match | $2,500 |
| Csulb 49er FoundationLong Beach, CA | Arts/arts education | $2,500 |
| Love of Paws IncMount Sterling, KY | Trustee match | $2,500 |
| Neediest Kids of AllCincinnati, OH | Trustee match | $2,500 |
| New Vista SchoolLaguna Hills, CA | Trustee match | $2,500 |
| Torrance Art MuseumTorrance, CA | Trustee match | $2,500 |
| Know Theatre Tribe IncCincinnati, OH | Arts/arts education | $2,000 |
| Young Mens Christian Association of Greater CincinnatiCincinnati, OH | Trustee match | $1,000 |
| Hugh Cargill Trust Payable to Town of ConcordConcord, MA | Trustee match | $100 |
| The Concord BridgeConcord, ME | Trustee match | $100 |
| ThinkgiveConcord, ME | Trustee match | $100 |
By state: Ohio 19 · Massachusetts 4 · California 5 · Maine 4 · Kentucky 2 · Connecticut 1
About this foundation
Nlt Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio, administered in care of Grants Management Associates, tax-exempt since 1997. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Nlt Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. The foundation invites qualified organizations to contact the foundation's program officer to schedule a screening interview. Deadlines: Applications are due by april 8th.
How much does Nlt Foundation Inc give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $230K across 35 grants, a median of $5,000.
Where does Nlt Foundation Inc give?
Ohio (19 grants), Massachusetts (4 grants), California (5 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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