Anton Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Anton Family Foundation is a private foundation in Shaker Heights, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $510,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$510,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$11.6 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $98,000 the year before.
75% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $490,910 | 6 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $98,000 | 4 | $9.0 million |
| 2025 | $510,500 | 12 | $11.6 million |
How to apply
Anton Family Foundation 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.
What Anton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 12 | $510,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Akron Foundation | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Rock and Roll Hall of Fame | Unrestricted | $146,000 |
| Cleveland Music School Settlement | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Cleveland Institute of Music | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| University of Akron | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Foodbank | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Healthnetwork Foundation | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Urban Community School | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Cleveland Kids Book Bank | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Union Home Mortgage Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Great Lakes Science Center | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Holy Rosary Parish | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur Anton
- Carol Anton
- Brett Anton
- Brian Anton
- Paige Anton
Questions people ask
Does Anton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Anton Family Foundation give?
$510,500 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Anton Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arthur Anton (Director), Carol Anton (Director), Brett Anton (Director) and Brian Anton (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Anton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.