Lori Schottenstein Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lori Schottenstein Foundation is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $468,500 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$468,500
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$12.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $564,500 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $564,500 | 25 | $10.2 million |
| 2024 | $468,500 | 22 | $12.0 million |
How to apply
Lori Schottenstein 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 Lori Schottenstein Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 16 | $396,000 |
| New York | 2 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Lori Schottenstein Chabad Center | Religious | $100,000 |
| Columbus Community Mikvah Fund at CJ Foundation | Religious | $50,000 |
| Schottenstein Chabad House | Religious | $50,000 |
| Jewish Columbus | Religious | $36,000 |
| Columbus Torah Academy | Religious | $25,000 |
| Congregation Torat Emet | Religious | $25,000 |
| Rabbi Alexander S Gross Hebrew Academy | Education | $25,000 |
| Bikur Cholim Fund at CJ Foundation | Religious | $15,000 |
| Columbus Humane Society | Community | $15,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | Community | $15,000 |
| Mid Ohio Food Bank | Community | $15,000 |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation | Community | $15,000 |
| Yeshiva University | Education | $15,000 |
| Boysgirls Club of Columbus | Community | $10,000 |
| Community Shelter Board | Community | $10,000 |
| Mesorah Heritage Foundation | Religious | $10,000 |
| North Shore Animal League | Community | $10,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Community | $10,000 |
| Bella Run Equine | Community | $5,000 |
| Beth Jacob Congregation | Religious | $5,000 |
| Fraternal Order of Police Foundation | Community | $5,000 |
| Seena Magowitz Foundation | Community | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lori Schottenstein
- Jay Schottenstein
- Joseph Schottenstein
Questions people ask
Does Lori Schottenstein Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lori Schottenstein Foundation give?
$468,500 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Lori Schottenstein Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lori Schottenstein (President), Jay Schottenstein (Treasurer) and Joseph Schottenstein (Secretary).
What does Lori Schottenstein Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and animals.