John and Nancy Abbott Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
John and Nancy Abbott Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Cambridge, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $280,000 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$280,000
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees93%
Giving in 2025 was up from $275,000 the year before.
93% 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 | $260,000 | 6 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $275,000 | 6 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $280,000 | 27 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
John and Nancy Abbott Family Charitable Trust 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 John and Nancy Abbott Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 23 | $260,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center | Operating Funds | $100,000 |
| Cambridge City Schools | Student Benefits | $50,000 |
| Foundation for Appalachin OH Guernsey | Operations | $30,000 |
| Ohio Natural Energy | Operations | $10,000 |
| Florida Repertory Theatre | Operation | $10,000 |
| Haven of Hope | Operations | $10,000 |
| Cambridge Area Chamber BREW Sch | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Hospice of Guernsey | Operation | $5,000 |
| Children's Advocay Center | Operation | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army of Cambridge | Operation | $5,000 |
| Guernsey County Cancer Socitey | Operation | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross | Operation | $5,000 |
| Women Interested in Children | Operation | $5,000 |
| Secret Santa | Operation | $5,000 |
| JG Cheer Booster | Operation | $5,000 |
| Guernsey United Way | Operation | $5,000 |
| Grace Pantry | Operation | $2,500 |
| Feed My People | Operation | $2,500 |
| St Jude | Operation | $2,500 |
| Shriners Hospital | Operation | $2,500 |
| Called to Freedom Fellowship | Operation | $2,000 |
| Guernsey County Senior Center | Operation | $2,000 |
| Guernsey County Library | Operation | $2,000 |
| Cambridge Rotary Fund | Operation | $1,000 |
| Otsego Church | Operation | $1,000 |
| Cambridge Lions Club | Operations | $1,000 |
| Guernsey County 4H | Operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charlotte A McCartney
Questions people ask
Does John and Nancy Abbott Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Nancy Abbott Family Charitable Trust give?
$280,000 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs John and Nancy Abbott Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Charlotte A McCartney (Trustee).
What does John and Nancy Abbott Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.