Bard-Steel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bard-Steel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bryan, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $608,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $501,000. 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$608,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$501,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $323,000 | 9 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $65,500 | 5 | $4.7 million |
| 2025 | $608,000 | 6 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
Bard-Steel 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 5 | $593,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bryan Area Foundation | General | $501,000 |
| Williams County Port Authority | General | $50,000 |
| Williams County YMCA | General | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of North | General | $15,000 |
| United Way of Williams County | General | $12,000 |
| Bryan Development Foundation | General | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Pamela B Steel
- William P Steel
- Joan A Bard
- James Steel
- Ryley Steel
- Megan Kimbell
- Joseph Kimbell
Questions people ask
Does Bard-Steel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bard-Steel Family Foundation give?
$608,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Bard-Steel Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Pamela B Steel (President), William P Steel (Sec/Treas), Joan A Bard (Trustee) and James Steel (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.