Grants paid in 2025
41 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Towards EmploymentCleveland, OH | Workforce programs, deb vesy systems change champion award | $245K |
| Youth Opportunities UnlimitedCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $222K |
| Fund for Our Economic FutureCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $220K |
| Cleveland Center for Arts & Technology (dba Newbridge)Cleveland, OH | Healthcare training programs and healthcare sector partnership | $100K |
| Legal Aid Society of ClevelandCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $100K |
| Open Doors AcademyCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $90K |
| Greater Cleveland WorksCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $80K |
| Ohio GuidestoneBerea, OH | Operating support for workforce 360 | $80K |
| The Centers for Families & ChildrenCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $80K |
| College Now Greater ClevelandCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $75K |
| Resource ClevelandCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $75K |
| The Salvation ArmyCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $75K |
| Local Initiatives Support CorpNew York, NY | Workforce programs | $70K |
| Center for Employment OpportunitiesNew York, NY | Workforce programs | $50K |
| Edwins Leadership & Restaurant InstituteCleveland, OH | Management fellowship at edwins | $50K |
| MagnetCleveland, OH | Manufacturing sector partnership | $50K |
| Saint Martin de Porres High SchoolCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $45K |
| The Spanish American CommitteeCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $45K |
| Beat the Streets ClevelandCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $35K |
| The McGregor FoundationEast Cleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $31K |
| Tri-C FoundationCleveland, OH | Workforce programs | $30K |
| Collaborate ClevelandCleveland, OH | Presidents fund | $20K |
| Esperanza IncCleveland, OH | Presidents fund | $10K |
| Ohio ExcelsColumbus, OH | Presidents fund | $10K |
| The Teaching Cleveland FoundationChagrin Falls, OH | Presidents fund | $10K |
| Archwood United Church of ChristCleveland, OH | 2025 mission outreach | $4,500 |
| Church of the RedeemerWestlake, OH | 2025 mission outreach | $3,500 |
| Clague Road United Church of ChristNorth Olmsted, OH | 2025 mission outreach | $3,500 |
| Denison Avenue United Church of ChristCleveland, OH | 2025 mission outreach | $3,500 |
| Dover Congregational United Church of ChristWestlake, OH | 2025 mission outreach | $3,500 |
| Imani United Church of ChristEuclid, OH | 2025 mission outreach | $3,500 |
| Middleburg Heights Community United Church of ChristMiddleburg Heights, OH | Food assistance, purchase daily necessities | $3,500 |
| Mt Zion Congregational Church UccCleveland, OH | Christian business league | $3,500 |
| Pilgrim Congregational United Church of ChristCleveland, OH | Pilgrim food pantry | $3,500 |
| Ridge Road United Church of ChristParma, OH | Ministry outreach to assist families | $3,500 |
| Saint Paul's Community ChurchCleveland, OH | Neighbor outreach | $3,500 |
| Strongsville United Church of ChristStrongsville, OH | Free lunch for all | $3,500 |
| West Park United Church of ChristCleveland, OH | West park ucc community cupboard | $3,500 |
| Lyndhurst Community of FaithCleveland, OH | Richmond heights school district culinary club | $3,000 |
| Federated United Church of ChristChagrin Falls, OH | 2025 mission outreach | $1,600 |
| Saint Peter United Church of ChristSeven Hills, OH | Parma mutual ministries | $1,400 |
By state: Ohio 39 · New York 2
About this foundation
Deaconess Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Cleveland, Ohio, tax-exempt since 1993. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Deaconess Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Deaconess Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $2.0M across 41 grants, a median of $30K.
Where does Deaconess Foundation give?
Ohio (39 grants), New York (2 grants), per its latest filing.
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