Gregory and Lyn Kurtz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gregory and Lyn Kurtz Foundation is a private foundation in Independence, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $108,000 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$108,000
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was down from $108,500 the year before.
15% 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 | $108,500 | 33 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $108,000 | 26 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Gregory and Lyn Kurtz 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 Gregory and Lyn Kurtz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 17 | $66,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $32,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $4,000 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint John Institute | General support | $30,000 |
| House of Champions | General support | $10,000 |
| Cornerstone of Hope | General support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General support | $5,000 |
| Haven of Rest Ministries | General support | $5,000 |
| Padua Franciscan High School | General support | $5,000 |
| Franciscan Sisters Tor | General support | $5,000 |
| Allison Rose Foundation | General support | $4,000 |
| Holy Family Cancer Home | General support | $4,000 |
| Walsh Jesuit High School | General support | $3,000 |
| Youth for Christ | General support | $2,000 |
| Sisters of St Joseph of the Third Order of St Francis | General support | $2,000 |
| St John Nepomucene Church | General support | $2,000 |
| St Ignatius | General support | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $2,000 |
| Haven of Hope | General support | $2,000 |
| National Park Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Holy Name Church | General support | $2,000 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope | General support | $2,000 |
| Providence House | General support | $2,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $2,000 |
| Hands Together | General support | $1,000 |
| Franciscan Mission | General support | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| The Lantern Center for Recovery | General support | $1,000 |
| St Jude Hospital | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory Kurtz
- Lyn Kurtz
- Ashley Kurtz-Rizzo
- Tiffany Kurtz-Bean
- Gregory T Kurtz
- Victoria Kurtz
Questions people ask
Does Gregory and Lyn Kurtz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gregory and Lyn Kurtz Foundation give?
$108,000 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Gregory and Lyn Kurtz Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gregory Kurtz (President), Lyn Kurtz (Vice-President), Ashley Kurtz-Rizzo (Secretary) and Tiffany Kurtz-Bean (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Gregory and Lyn Kurtz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.