Foundations that fund organizations in Creston, Ohio
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Creston nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $20K to Creston organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
10 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Creston around $1,100. 3 of these funders are based in Ohio; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Creston
- $20K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 10
- Typical median grant
- $1,100
- Based in OH
- 75%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Creston organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romich Foundation | Creston, OH | 6 | $17K | $1,100 | Preselected only | General purposes; Donation to middle school, music department, athletic boost… |
| The Westfield Insurance Foundation | Westfield, OH | 2 | $2,000 | $1,000 | Yes | General operating support; General Operating Support |
| Wooster Elks Lodge No 1346 Charitable Fund | Wooster, OH | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Preselected only | Charitable support |
| Edward Jones Foundation | St Louis, MO | 1 | $200 | $200 | Preselected only | Human services - multipurpose and other |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Creston, Ohio?
Romich Foundation, The Westfield Insurance Foundation, Wooster Elks Lodge No 1346 Charitable Fund, Edward Jones Foundation reported grants to Creston organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Creston. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.