Cassner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cassner Foundation is a private foundation in Hillsboro, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $197,300 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $60,000. 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$197,300
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,126 the year before.
21% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $219,750 | 32 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $200,126 | 34 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $197,300 | 32 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Cassner 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 Cassner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 26 | $176,300 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $7,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| HCA Building Fund | For funding school expansion | $60,000 |
| Southern State Community College | To support general programs | $24,000 |
| Highland County Society | To support general programs | $15,000 |
| Alternatives to Violence Center | To support general programs | $5,000 |
| Southern Ohio Pregnancy Center | To support general programs | $4,000 |
| Heidelberg University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Bowling Green State University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronutical University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Southern State Community College | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Liberty University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| University of Kentucky | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Wilmington College | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Ohio Christian University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Shawnee State University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Ohio State University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Ohio University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Alma College | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Ohio University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| University of Cincinnati | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Wilmington College | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Case Western Reserve University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Eastern Kentucky University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| University of Cincinnati | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| University of Cincinnati | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| University of Findlay | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Wilmington College | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Georgia Southern University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Wilmington College | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Hillsboro Bible Baptist Church | To support general programs | $3,500 |
| Wright State University | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | To Support General Programs | $1,000 |
| City of Hillsboro | To support general programs | $800 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon Cassner
- Brian Cassner
Questions people ask
Does Cassner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cassner Foundation give?
$197,300 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Cassner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jon Cassner (President) and Brian Cassner (Treasurer).
What does Cassner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.