Cardinal Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cardinal Foundation is a private foundation in Dayton, Ohio. In tax year 2023 it gave $605,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $157,500 and the largest $270,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$605,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$157,500
- Largest grant$270,000
- Assets$526,855
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2023 was down from $672,500 the year before.
0% of its 2023 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $672,500 | 5 | $847,175 |
| 2023 | $605,000 | 4 | $526,855 |
How to apply
Cardinal 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 Cardinal Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $535,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $70,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Health and human services | $270,000 |
| Chaminade Julienne Catholic High School | Education | $265,000 |
| Delta Gamma Center for Children | Education | $50,000 |
| John Burroughs School | Education | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas D Macleod
- Barbara B Macleod
- Frederick J Caspar Esq
Questions people ask
Does Cardinal Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cardinal Foundation give?
$605,000 in tax year 2023, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $157,500.
Who runs Cardinal Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Thomas D Macleod (President), Barbara B Macleod (Trustee) and Frederick J Caspar Esq (Asst. Secretary & Trustee).
What does Cardinal Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.