How to apply
Amount and purpose of request and proof that organization is a qualifying organization. These are standard forms for scholarship programs that may be obtained from foundation offices. Contact: Online Form, 4510 Collins Blvd, Ashtabula, Oh, 4409926818, ASHTABULAFDN@GMAIL.COM Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: Religious and charitable purposes primarily to benefit the ashtabula ohio area.
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
Top 60 of 83 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ArmcAshtabula, OH | General donation | $76K |
| Saint John SchoolAshtabula, OH | Designated gift, general donation | $75K |
| United Way of Ashtabula CountyAshtabula, OH | 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 live united campaign | $70K |
| Ashtabula County YMCAAshtabula, OH | Designated gift- operating funds | $50K |
| Acdl FoundationAshtabula, OH | Geneva library building project | $50K |
| Rising ScholarsAshtabula, OH | Scholarships | $48K |
| Jefferson Area Local School DistrictJefferson, OH | Bringing 3d anatomy to life | $35K |
| Civic Development CorporationAndover, OH | General donation | $31K |
| FIRST United Methodist Church GenevaGeneva, OH | Daycare & preschool playground restoration project | $30K |
| Harvey ScholarshipsAshtabula, OH | Scholarships | $30K |
| Youth Enrichment FundAshtabula, OH | General donation | $28K |
| After School DiscoveryAshtabula, OH | Celebrate primary for 1 & 2 match, general donation | $27K |
| Catholic Charities of Ashtabula CountyAshtabula, OH | Assistance for homeowners in crisis, general donation | $22K |
| Saint Joseph's UniversityPhiladelphia, PA | Designated gift- scholarships | $21K |
| Ashtabula Homeless Shelter IncAshtabula, OH | General donation | $20K |
| American Red CrossCleveland, OH | Disaster cycle services | $18K |
| Beatitude HouseYoungstown, OH | Refresh and renew project | $17K |
| Ashtabula Dream CenterAshtabula, OH | 5028 benefit avenue project, general donation | $16K |
| Grand River AcademyAustinburg, OH | Communications system renovation and upgrade, general donation | $15K |
| The Old Brick Historical SocietyOrwell, OH | Removal of fuel oil tank. new roof, new wall | $15K |
| Hospice of the Western ReserveAshtabula, OH | Pallative care | $14K |
| Ashtabula Arts CenterAshtabula, OH | Nutcracker set rigging, general donation | $13K |
| Cleveland Rape Crisis CenterAshtabula, OH | Comprehensive services for survivors of sexual violence in ashtabula county | $13K |
| Zonta Foundation for WomenOak Brook, IL | General donation | $12K |
| Country Neighbor Program IncOrwell, OH | 2025 feed the hope, general donations | $10K |
| Family Pride of Ne OhioAshtabula, OH | Therapuetic resources for children, families and seniors | $10K |
| Pentecostal Community ChurchJefferson, OH | General donation | $10K |
| Cleveland Soaring Society IncHartville, OH | Project lift | $10K |
| Legal Aid SocietyJefferson, OH | General donation | $7,500 |
| Orwell Area Joint Recreational DistrictOrwell, OH | Zero turn mower for park | $5,500 |
| American Heart AssociationCleveland, OH | Libraries with heart | $5,000 |
| Ashcraft IndustriesAshtabula, OH | Greenhouse/garden reopening project, general donation | $5,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Ne OhioMacedonia, OH | Scouting program | $5,000 |
| Junior AchievementAshtabula, OH | K-12 programs in ashtabula county | $5,000 |
| Dr Dolittle's House of Wildlife RehabPierpont, OH | Project avian introduction and disease prevention | $5,000 |
| Running2bwellWadsworth, OH | Shoes for exercise program and glenbeigh hospital | $5,000 |
| Oak Hill Collaborative IncYoungstown, OH | Ashtabula county digital advantage | $5,000 |
| Koinonia Development CenterGeneva, OH | Equipment for equine | $4,980 |
| Gateway Outdoor Learning CenterConneaut, OH | Outdoor classroom pavilion project, discovery day 2025 | $4,500 |
| Axess Family Services IncRavenna, OH | Rsvp ashtabularsvp ashtabula | $4,500 |
| Geneva Food PantryGeneva, OH | General donation | $4,000 |
| Hartsgrove Community United Church of ChristRome, OH | Church door replacement project | $4,000 |
| The Windsor Historical SocietyMiddlefield, OH | Christ church and museum restoration project | $4,000 |
| Ashtabula Bethlehem ExperienceConneaut, OH | General donation | $4,000 |
| The Cleveland Clinic FoundationCleveland, OH | Cancer screenings | $4,000 |
| Tifereth Isreal CongregationAshtabula, OH | General donation | $3,709 |
| Conneaut Township Park CommissionConneaut, OH | Emergency station project | $3,000 |
| Homesafe IncAshtabula, OH | General donation | $2,500 |
| Saybrook Methodist ChurchAshtabula, OH | Food pantry equipment | $2,500 |
| Kingsville Public LibraryKingsville, OH | General donation | $2,450 |
| Philanthropy OhioColumbus, OH | 2025 philanthropy ohio membership dues | $2,417 |
| Mya Women's CenterAshtabula, OH | General donation | $2,339 |
| Fop Ashtabula Lodge #26Ashtabula, OH | Safety town 2026 | $2,140 |
| Ashtabula County Concerts of PrayerAshtabula, OH | 2025 prayer breakfast | $2,000 |
| Jefferson Depot VillageJefferson, OH | General donation | $2,000 |
| Camp WhitewoodWindsor, OH | General donation | $1,900 |
| Maddox & Friends Cat RescueConneaut, OH | General donation | $1,850 |
| Christian Faith AcademyAshtabula, OH | Lady knights volleyball program | $1,500 |
| Kent State UniversityKent, OH | Rising scholars program | $1,500 |
| Conneaut Human Resources Council IncConneaut, OH | General donation | $1,500 |
By state: Ohio 81 · Pennsylvania 1 · Illinois 1
About this foundation
Ashtabula Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Ashtabula, Ohio, tax-exempt since 1944. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Ashtabula Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Amount and purpose of request and proof that organization is a qualifying organization. These are standard forms for scholarship programs that may be obtained from foundation offices. Deadlines: NONE.
How much does Ashtabula Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $916K across 83 grants, a median of $4,000.
Where does Ashtabula Foundation give?
Ohio (81 grants), Pennsylvania (1 grants), Illinois (1 grants), per its latest filing.
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