Lee & Patti Schear Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lee & Patti Schear Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dayton, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $200,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$200,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$411,612
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $100,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $100,000 | 1 | $562,430 |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 3 | $411,612 |
How to apply
Lee & Patti Schear Family 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 Lee & Patti Schear Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $150,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Cemeteries of Great Dayton | General funding | $125,000 |
| Jewish Learning Institute | General funding | $50,000 |
| Dayton Performing Arts Alliance | General funding | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee Schear
- Patricia Schear
- L Keith Brunner
- John M Cloud
- Martin Schear
Questions people ask
Does Lee & Patti Schear Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lee & Patti Schear Family Foundation give?
$200,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Lee & Patti Schear Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lee Schear (President), Patricia Schear (Director), L Keith Brunner (Director) and John M Cloud (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Lee & Patti Schear Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.