John Q Shunk Association
Accepts applications
John Q Shunk Association is a private foundation in Bucyrus, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $114,994 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $13,750. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$114,994
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$13,750
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $110,882 the year before.
27% 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 | $110,882 | 36 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $114,994 | 35 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John Q Shunk Association PO Box 625, Bucyrus, OH 44820 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (419) 569-2238, scottlangenderfer@yahoo.com |
| What to submit | Scholarship applicants must fill out a scholarship application. The organization requests the student's name, address, and social security number. The organizaiton asks the scholarship applicant to list all extra curricular activities that he/she has been involved with and to list all prizes/honors, that the applicant has received. The organization asks for a copy of the applicant's high school transcripts and asks the applicant to list how the applicant plans to pay for school and to list his/her father/mother occupation and annual income. |
| Deadlines | March 31 |
| Restrictions | The scholarship is a four year, 1,000.00 scholarship each year for a total of 4,000.00. The scholarship however is not automatically renewed each year. The student must contact the organization's contact person each year and submit a copy of the student's offical transcripts before the organization will issue scholarship check. The student must notify the organization if the student decides to discontinue his/her college enrollment, and must notify the organization if the student no longer needs any financial assistance. There is no grade point stipulation. |
What John Q Shunk Association funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 28 | $106,494 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,250 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,250 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,250 |
| New York | 1 | $1,250 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,250 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $1,250 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bowling Green State University | Scholarship | $13,750 |
| Projects Inc | Contribution | $13,500 |
| Bucyrus Area YMCA | Contribution | $7,500 |
| Individual | Contribution | $7,000 |
| Ohio Northern University | Scholarship | $6,250 |
| Friends of Crawford Park District | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Ohio State University | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Crawford County Sheriff's Office | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Crawford Council on Aging | Contribution | $4,000 |
| Kent State University | Scholarship | $3,750 |
| University of Findlay | Scholarship | $3,750 |
| The Community Foundation for Crawfo | Contribution | $3,500 |
| Bucyrus Public Library | Contribution | $3,494 |
| Heidelberg University | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Mount Vernon Nazarene University | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| North Central State College | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| University of Cincinnati | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| University of Northwestern Ohio | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Ashland University | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Hocking College | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Marion Technical College | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Miami University | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Michigan State University | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Owens Community College | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Univeristy of Mount Union | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| University of Akron | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| University of Toledo | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Walsh University | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| West Liberty University | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Columbus College of Art Design | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Kentucky Welding Institute | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Syracuse University | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| University of Evansville | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Phil Gerber
- Nadine Miller
- Scott Langenderfer
- Randy Clady
- William Dane Kennedy
- Nate Roshon
Questions people ask
Does John Q Shunk Association accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: March 31.
How much does John Q Shunk Association give?
$114,994 in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs John Q Shunk Association?
Its 2024 filing lists Phil Gerber (President), Nadine Miller (Vice Preside), Scott Langenderfer (Treasurer) and Randy Clady (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does John Q Shunk Association fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.