Franklin Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Franklin Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $104,244 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 and the largest $32,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$104,244
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
60% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $76,000 | 5 | $3.1 million |
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 8 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $104,244 | 10 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Franklin Foundation Inc 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
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 10 | $104,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $32,000 |
| Mid Ohio Food Collective | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Prince of Peace Lutheran Church | Charitable contribution | $14,000 |
| Delaware Arts | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Orty's Outing First Tee - Central Ohio | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Gigi's Shelter for Dogs | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Maple Grove UMC | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Pleasant Valley Senior Citizens | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Franklin House | Charitable | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynn D Dalton
- Suzanne Nick
- Thomas F Havens
- Ellen Hardymon
- John F Havens II
- Parker Raine Havens
- Emily A Nick
- Elizabeth A Nick
- Elliot A Nick
Questions people ask
Does Franklin Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Franklin Foundation Inc give?
$104,244 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs Franklin Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Lynn D Dalton (President), Suzanne Nick (Trustee), Thomas F Havens (Trustee) and Ellen Hardymon (Trustee) among 9 officers and trustees.