Frank & Pearl Gelbman Charitable Fdn
Preselected recipients only
Frank & Pearl Gelbman Charitable Fdn is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $617,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$617,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$14.6 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $593,500 the year before.
58% 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 | $829,500 | 22 | $11.9 million |
| 2024 | $593,500 | 18 | $13.0 million |
| 2025 | $617,500 | 19 | $14.6 million |
How to apply
Frank & Pearl Gelbman Charitable Fdn 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 Frank & Pearl Gelbman Charitable Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 18 | $467,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Youngstown State University Foundation | General operating | $250,000 |
| United Way Worldwide | General operating | $150,000 |
| Valley Economic Development Partners Inc | General operating | $25,000 |
| Golden String Inc | General operating | $25,000 |
| Oak Hill Collaborative Inc | General operating | $25,000 |
| Lake to River Foundation | General operating | $25,000 |
| Oblate Sisters | General operating | $25,000 |
| Goodwill Industries of Akron Inc | General operating | $15,000 |
| Community Foundation of Mahoning | General operating | $15,000 |
| Opera Western Reserve | General operating | $10,000 |
| Butler Institute of American Art | General operating | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement of North Central Ohio | General operating | $10,000 |
| Coleman Health Services | General operating | $10,000 |
| Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning | General operating | $6,500 |
| Youngstown Warren Regional Chamber | General operating | $5,000 |
| Goodness Grows | General operating | $5,000 |
| Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens | General operating | $2,500 |
| Northern Trumbull County Community Fdn | General operating | $2,500 |
| Youngstown Jewish Federation | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Huntington National Bank
Questions people ask
Does Frank & Pearl Gelbman Charitable Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank & Pearl Gelbman Charitable Fdn give?
$617,500 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Frank & Pearl Gelbman Charitable Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists Huntington National Bank (Trustee).
What does Frank & Pearl Gelbman Charitable Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and community development.