John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $47.9 million in 43 grants; the typical grant was $400,000 and the largest $8.0 million. 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$47.9 million
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$400,000
- Largest grant$8.0 million
- Assets$872 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was up from $33.2 million the year before.
28% 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 | $33.2 million | 36 | $719 million |
| 2024 | $47.9 million | 43 | $872 million |
How to apply
John J & Mary R Schiff 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 J & Mary R Schiff Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 31 | $41.9 million |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $2.6 million |
| Michigan | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Virginia | 2 | $910,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $800,000 |
| New York | 2 | $575,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $75,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Xavier University | General support | $8.0 million |
| Wesley Services Organization Fka Wesley Hall Inc | General support | $5.2 million |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater Cincinnati | General support | $5.0 million |
| Prokids | General support | $3.0 million |
| Fotofocus | General support | $2.8 million |
| Northern Cincinnati Foundation (Uss Cincinnati Memorial Peace Pavilion) | General support | $2.5 million |
| Cincinnati Museum Center | General support | $2.0 million |
| Cincinnati State Technical and Community College | General support | $2.0 million |
| Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra | General support | $2.0 million |
| The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati | General support | $2.0 million |
| University of Cincinnati Foundation | General support | $2.0 million |
| Cincinnati Art Museum | General support | $1.7 million |
| Children's Hospital Medical Center | General support | $1.5 million |
| Cincinnati Cancer Foundation | General support | $1.0 million |
| Interlochen Center for the Arts | General support | $1.0 million |
| Navy League of the US | General support | $810,000 |
| Freestorefoodbank | General support | $700,000 |
| Activities Beyond the Classroom | General support | $625,000 |
| Samaritans of New York | General support | $500,000 |
| Neusole Foundation | General support | $400,000 |
| US Naval Academy Foundation | General support | $400,000 |
| US Naval Institute Foundation Inc | General support | $400,000 |
| Uss Constitution Museum Inc | General support | $400,000 |
| SPCA - Cincinnati | General support | $300,000 |
| Cincinnati Observatory | General support | $250,000 |
| National Underground Railroad Freedom Center | General support | $200,000 |
| Shiloh United Methodist Church | General support | $200,000 |
| Contemporary Arts Center | General support | $150,000 |
| La Soupe | General support | $125,000 |
| Artswave | General support | $111,000 |
| Cahoon Museum of American Art | General support | $100,000 |
| Cultural Center of Cape Cod | General support | $100,000 |
| Naval Aviation Museum Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Western Wildlife Corridor | General support | $100,000 |
| Mercy-McAuley High School (Formerly Mother of Mercy High School) | General support | $75,000 |
| St Mary's Submarine Museum Inc | General support | $75,000 |
| Cape Cod Writers Center | General support | $50,000 |
| Art Academy of Cincinnati | General support | $25,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | General support | $25,000 |
| Cancer Support Community (Wellness Community) | General support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John J Schiff Jr
- Thomas R Schiff
- Suzanne Reid
- Lauren Fernandez
Questions people ask
Does John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation give?
$47.9 million in tax year 2024, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $400,000.
Who runs John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John J Schiff Jr (Chairman), Thomas R Schiff (Trustee), Suzanne Reid (Trustee) and Lauren Fernandez (President).
What does John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.