Humble Heart-Gentle Soul Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Humble Heart-Gentle Soul Foundation is a private foundation in Parma, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $4.3 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$4.3 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$68.8 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.5 million the year before.
61% 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 | $3.2 million | 18 | $56.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 13 | $63.7 million |
| 2025 | $4.3 million | 23 | $68.8 million |
How to apply
Humble Heart-Gentle Soul 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 Humble Heart-Gentle Soul Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 19 | $3.6 million |
| Minnesota | 1 | $250,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $250,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Catholic Community Foundation | General fund | $1.2 million |
| Lake Catholic High School | General fund | $1.0 million |
| Villa Angela St Joseph High School | General fund | $330,000 |
| Convoy of Hope | General fund | $250,000 |
| Catholic Community Foundation of MN | General fund | $250,000 |
| Beat the Streets Cleveland | General fund | $100,000 |
| Christ Child Society of Cleveland | General fund | $100,000 |
| Hunger Network of Greater Cleveland | General fund | $100,000 |
| Transplant House of Cleveland | General fund | $100,000 |
| City Mission | General fund | $100,000 |
| North Coast Community Homes Inc | General fund | $100,000 |
| St Bede the Venerable | General fund | $100,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Fou | General fund | $100,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Sports Commision | General fund | $60,000 |
| Hope Recovery Community | General fund | $50,000 |
| I'm in Ministry | General fund | $50,000 |
| Children's Inn at Nih Inc | General fund | $50,000 |
| Ecumenical Shelter Network of Lake County Inc | General fund | $50,000 |
| Westside Catholic Center | Genral fund | $28,000 |
| Lake Humane Society | General fund | $25,000 |
| North Union Farmers Market | General fund | $25,000 |
| Skyview Regular Baptist Ranch | General fund | $22,500 |
| St Mary of the Assumption | General fund | $15,187 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian C Mulhall
- FR Walt Jenne
- Deacon Louis Primozic
- Nathan Zion
Questions people ask
Does Humble Heart-Gentle Soul Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Humble Heart-Gentle Soul Foundation give?
$4.3 million in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Humble Heart-Gentle Soul Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian C Mulhall (President, T), FR Walt Jenne (Vice Preside), Deacon Louis Primozic (Director) and Nathan Zion (Director).
What does Humble Heart-Gentle Soul Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, community development and education.