FW Albrecht Family Foundation
Accepts applications
FW Albrecht Family Foundation is a private foundation in Akron, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $408,950 in 56 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$408,950
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was down from $447,910 the year before.
44% 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 | $315,872 | 54 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $447,910 | 65 | $5.0 million |
| 2025 | $408,950 | 56 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Katie Albrecht Swartz 2700 Gilchrist Road, Akron, OH 44305 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (330) 733-2263 |
| What to submit | Letter with a copy of organization's determination letter from IRS regarding the organization's tax exempt status. |
| Restrictions | Foundation will only benefit charitable organizations which operate in the same geographical area where the fred w. Albrecht grocery company operates its stores. |
What FW Albrecht Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 55 | $403,950 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Akron | Scholarship for 5 individuals and other community support | $50,000 |
| Individual | Student scholarship support | $30,000 |
| Better Kenmore Community Development Day | Community support | $25,000 |
| Cleveland Orchestra | Community support | $25,000 |
| Main Street Medina | Community support | $25,000 |
| Akron Marathon | Community support | $20,000 |
| Magic Theatre Company | Culture and humanities | $15,000 |
| Akron Childrens Museum | Community support | $14,000 |
| Akron Summit County Public Library | Educational | $10,000 |
| Resnik Elementary School | Educational support | $10,000 |
| Stewarts Caring Place | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Shaw Jewish Community Center | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Akron Art Museum | Community, charitable, music at the museum | $7,500 |
| Ballet Excel Oh | Community, charitable | $7,500 |
| Stan Hwyet Hall and Gardens | Charitable and community support for easter egg event and rudolphs corral | $7,500 |
| Lippman School | Educational | $7,000 |
| Project Outrun | Charitable support | $5,500 |
| Bowling Green State Univ | Scholarship for 1 individual | $5,000 |
| Canton Art Museum | Art inspires fundraiser | $5,000 |
| Capella University | Scholarship for 1 individual | $5,000 |
| Cleveland Ballet | Akron art museum performance | $5,000 |
| Cuyahoga Comm College | Scholarship for 1 individual | $5,000 |
| Family Promise of Summit County | Promise event | $5,000 |
| First Tee of GTR Akron | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Kent State University | Scholarship for 1 individual | $5,000 |
| Medina Band Parents Assn | Community support | $5,000 |
| Musical Arts Assn | Community support | $5,000 |
| North Canton Area Chamber of Commerce | New berlin festival | $5,000 |
| Ohio University | Scholarship for 1 individual | $5,000 |
| Ohio State University | Scholarship for 1 individual | $5,000 |
| St Hilary School | Educational support | $5,000 |
| Stark State College | Scholarship for 1 individual | $5,000 |
| University of Cincinnati | Scholarship for one person | $5,000 |
| Walsh University | Scholarship for 1 individual | $5,000 |
| Stow Monroe Falls City Schools | Educational support | $4,500 |
| Akron Zoo | Boo at the zoo and spring spectacular | $4,000 |
| Summit Metro Parks | Community support | $4,000 |
| Akron 200 Inc | Bicentennial | $3,500 |
| Richfield PTA | Pta activities support | $3,000 |
| Cuyahoga Falls Public Library | Community support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Katie Albrecht Swartz
- Jon Albrecht
Questions people ask
Does FW Albrecht Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does FW Albrecht Family Foundation give?
$408,950 in tax year 2025, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs FW Albrecht Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Katie Albrecht Swartz (Director) and Jon Albrecht (Director).
What does FW Albrecht Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and community development.