Encova Foundation of Ohio
Accepts applications
Encova Foundation of Ohio is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $714,696 in 93 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $250,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$714,696
- Number of grants93
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $894,800 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 | $894,800 | 143 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $714,696 | 93 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Marchelle Moore 471 East Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (614) 629-6003 |
| What to submit | Letter, purpose of funds, amount requested, contact name and phone number. |
| Restrictions | Limited to exempt organizations |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Encova Foundation of Ohio funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 77 | $819,096 |
| Georgia | 6 | $74,000 |
| California | 3 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $17,700 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $6,400 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ohio State University | Annual operations | $250,000 |
| Ohio Cancer Research Associates | Annual operations | $75,000 |
| United Way of Central Ohio | Annual operations | $57,346 |
| American Heart Association | Annual operations | $50,000 |
| Pelotonia | Annual operations | $50,000 |
| Cristo Rey Columbus High School | Annual operations | $36,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio | Annual operations | $25,000 |
| Community Shelter Board | Annual operations | $20,000 |
| Franklin County Historical Society | Annual operations | $15,000 |
| New Directions Career Center | Annual operations | $15,000 |
| Columbus Urban League | Annual operations | $15,000 |
| St Stephens Community House | Annual operations | $15,000 |
| National Society to Prevent Blindness | Annual operations | $12,700 |
| Seeds of Caring | Annual operations | $12,500 |
| Gamma Iota Sigma | Annual operations | $10,000 |
| Community Arts Project | Annual operations | $10,000 |
| Future Possibilities | Annual operations | $10,000 |
| Greater Columbus Arts Council | Annual operations | $10,000 |
| Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation | Annual operations | $10,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Annual operations | $10,000 |
| Ron Clark Academy | Annual operations | $10,000 |
| YWCA Housing Corporation | Annual operations | $10,000 |
| Capital University | Annual operations | $10,000 |
| Ohio State University Foundation | Annual operations | $10,000 |
| Law Enforcement Foundation | Annual operations | $7,500 |
| Per Scholas | Annual operations | $7,500 |
| Ruling Our Experiences | Annual operations | $7,500 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation-Central Ohio Chapter | Annual operations | $5,500 |
| Cornerstone of Hope | Annual operations | $5,000 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | Annual operations | $5,000 |
| United Way of Central Ohio | Annual operations | $5,000 |
| American National Red Cross | Annual operations | $5,000 |
| Better Business Bureau Foundation of Central Ohio | Annual operations | $5,000 |
| Columbus State Community College Development Found | Annual operations | $5,000 |
| Ice Mentors | Annual operations | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Central Ohio | Annual operations | $5,000 |
| National Veterans Memorial and Museum Op Corp | Annual operations | $5,000 |
| Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation | Annual operations | $5,000 |
| Lambda Boule Foundation | Annual operations | $5,000 |
| Breathing Association | Annual operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Christopher Howat
- Thomas J Obrokta
- Marchelle E Moore
Questions people ask
Does Encova Foundation of Ohio accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Encova Foundation of Ohio give?
$714,696 in tax year 2024, across 93 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Encova Foundation of Ohio?
Its 2024 filing lists J Christopher Howat (Trustee), Thomas J Obrokta (Trustee) and Marchelle E Moore (Trustee).
What does Encova Foundation of Ohio fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.