Klaben Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Klaben Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kent, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $310,050 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $60,425 and the largest $65,850. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$310,050
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$60,425
- Largest grant$65,850
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $210,000 the year before.
83% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $6.3 million |
| 2023 | $5,000 | 1 | $6.3 million |
| 2024 | $210,000 | 5 | $6.4 million |
| 2025 | $310,050 | 6 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Tracee Rorar 1250 W Main St Suite C, Kent, OH 44240 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | trorar@klaben.com |
| What to submit | Letter from organization requesting funding with purpose of requested funds described in detail. Proof of exempt status and ein must be included in request. |
| Restrictions | Generally local to organization. |
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 6 | $310,050 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Social Services | General Fund | $65,850 |
| Center of Hope | General Funds | $65,850 |
| Miller Community House | General Fund | $65,850 |
| John F Kennedy Catholic School | General Fund | $55,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities Northeast Ohio | General Fund | $50,000 |
| A Kid Again | General Fund | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Albert Klaben JR
- Richard Klaben
- Michael Klaben SR
- Kim McFarlane
- Katie Klaben
- Tracee Rorar
- Trish Dillinger
Questions people ask
Does Klaben Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Klaben Family Foundation give?
$310,050 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $60,425.
Who runs Klaben Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Albert Klaben JR (Director), Richard Klaben (Director), Michael Klaben SR (Director) and Kim McFarlane (Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.