Annual Emancipation Day Celebration
Preselected recipients only
Annual Emancipation Day Celebration is a private foundation in Bidwell, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$500
- Assets$0
Giving in 2025 was down from $2,980 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,500 | 7 | $22,422 |
| 2024 | $2,980 | 6 | $0 |
| 2025 | $2,000 | 4 | $0 |
How to apply
Annual Emancipation Day Celebration says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Annual Emancipation Day Celebration funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 4 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marlin Griffin
- Karen Sprague
Questions people ask
Does Annual Emancipation Day Celebration accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Annual Emancipation Day Celebration give?
$2,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Annual Emancipation Day Celebration?
Its 2025 filing lists Marlin Griffin (President) and Karen Sprague (Treasurer).
What does Annual Emancipation Day Celebration fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.