John Henry Eldred Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John Henry Eldred Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Toledo, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.6 million in 147 grants; the typical grant was $12,900 and the largest $230,000. 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$3.6 million
- Number of grants147
- Typical grant$12,900
- Largest grant$230,000
- Assets$60.0 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $156,100 | 48 | $4.7 million |
| 2022 | $521,500 | 55 | $16.0 million |
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 132 | $25.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 150 | $48.8 million |
| 2025 | $3.6 million | 147 | $60.0 million |
How to apply
John Henry Eldred Jr 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 John Henry Eldred Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 105 | $3.0 million |
| New York | 2 | $325,000 |
| Colorado | 8 | $52,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| Arizona | 8 | $46,000 |
| New Mexico | 6 | $35,300 |
| Idaho | 4 | $22,750 |
| Montana | 4 | $22,000 |
| Alaska | 2 | $12,500 |
| California | 2 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Historic South Initiative | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $230,000 |
| Local Initiatives Support Corporation | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $225,000 |
| Maumee Valley Habitat for Humanity | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $176,000 |
| Day 52 Inc DBA Art Tatum Zone | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $130,000 |
| Fair Housing Opportunitie of Northwest Ohio Inc DBA the Fair Housing Cent | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $130,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Toledo Co Administrative Center | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $107,500 |
| Lucas County Land Revitalization Corporation DBA Lucas County Land Bank | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $105,000 |
| Rural Lisc | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $100,000 |
| Connecting Kids to Meals | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $60,775 |
| East Toledo Family Center | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $60,000 |
| The University of Toledo Foundation | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $60,000 |
| Tutorsmart Greater Toledo | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $60,000 |
| Toledo Public Schools Foundation | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $55,000 |
| American Library Association | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $50,000 |
| Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Toledo DBA YMCA of Greater Tol | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $42,500 |
| The Leipsic Community Center | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $41,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Toledo | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $38,453 |
| Aurora Project | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Baby University | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Beach House Inc DBA Leading Families Home | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Believe Center | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Bgsu Foundation Inc Co Mileti Alumni Center | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Brown Bag Food Project | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Cherry Street Mission Ministries | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Equality Toledo | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Family Promise of Lima Allen County | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Findlay Hope House for the Homeless | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Great Lakes Community Action Partnership | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Hospital Council of Nortwest Ohio | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Northwestern Ohio | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Learning Ladder Foundation | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Legal Aid of Western Ohio Inc | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Liberty Center of Sandusky County | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Lisc Toledo | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Lucas Housing Services Corporation | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Mobile Meals of Toledo | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Northwestern Ohio Community Action Commission | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Open Arms Transformation Living | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Pathway Inc | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
| Perrysburg Heights Community Association | To support the charitable mission of the organization | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kate Blake
- Lee Wunschel
- Mary Jacobs
- Margaret Eldred
- Erica Messinger
- Sue Bascuk
- John Eldred III Jr
- Michael Olah
- Michael Deetsch
Questions people ask
Does John Henry Eldred Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John Henry Eldred Jr Foundation give?
$3.6 million in tax year 2025, across 147 grants, with a typical grant of $12,900.
Who runs John Henry Eldred Jr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kate Blake (President), Lee Wunschel (Treasurer), Mary Jacobs (Secretary) and Margaret Eldred (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does John Henry Eldred Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and housing and homelessness.