Foundations that fund organizations in Trotwood, Ohio
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Trotwood nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $14K to Trotwood organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
4 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Trotwood around $5,000. 2 of these funders are based in Ohio; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Trotwood
- $14K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 4
- Typical median grant
- $5,000
- Based in OH
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Trotwood organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathile Family Foundation | Dayton, OH | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Artist in residence |
| Gerald M & Carole a Miller Family Foundation | Dayton, OH | 1 | $5,000 | $5,000 | Yes | Operating expenses |
| Abbie Shaffer Irr Tr | Hermitage, PA | 1 | $3,780 | $3,780 | Preselected only | As seminary officers direct |
| Lexis Legacy | Irvine, CA | 1 | $300 | $300 | Yes | Veterinary Expenses |
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 Trotwood, Ohio?
Mathile Family Foundation, Gerald M & Carole a Miller Family Foundation, Abbie Shaffer Irr Tr, Lexis Legacy reported grants to Trotwood 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 Trotwood. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.