Laughlin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Laughlin Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $567,126 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $28,382 and the largest $170,138. 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$567,126
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$28,382
- Largest grant$170,138
- Assets$15.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $565,582 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $565,582 | 9 | $11.7 million |
| 2025 | $567,126 | 11 | $15.7 million |
How to apply
Laughlin 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 Laughlin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 9 | $510,414 |
| Indiana | 1 | $28,356 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $28,356 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan Wildlife Habitat Fdn | Support daily operations | $170,138 |
| St Paul's Episcopal Church | Support for daily operation | $63,782 |
| Albion College | Support daily operations | $56,713 |
| Ella Sharp Museum | Support daily operations | $56,713 |
| The Dahlem Conservancy | Support daily operations | $56,713 |
| Henry Ford Health System | Support daily operations | $28,382 |
| Ducks Unlimited Inc | Support for daily operation | $28,356 |
| Alpha Chi Omega Foundation | Support for daily operation | $28,356 |
| Jackson Community Foundation | Support daily operations | $28,356 |
| Henry Ford Health System | Support for dail operation | $28,331 |
| St Paul's Episcopal Church | Support daily operations | $21,286 |
Officers and trustees
- Fifth Third Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Laughlin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Laughlin Foundation give?
$567,126 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $28,382.
Who runs Laughlin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Fifth Third Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Laughlin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and health.