Foundations that fund organizations in Manchester, Ohio
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Manchester nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $23K to Manchester organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Manchester around $5,000. 1 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 Manchester
- $23K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in OH
- 25%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Manchester organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blr Foundation Inc | Cincinnati, OH | 1 | $8,000 | $8,000 | Preselected only | Unrestricted donation |
| Martinez Family Foundation Inc | Orlando, FL | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Ministry support |
| Hayswood Foundation Inc | Maysville, KY | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Community development |
| American Electric Power Foundation | Wilmington, DE | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Preselected only | Food purchase/ refrigeration |
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 Manchester, Ohio?
Blr Foundation Inc, Martinez Family Foundation Inc, Hayswood Foundation Inc, American Electric Power Foundation reported grants to Manchester 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 Manchester. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.