Mabel T Howatt Rhoda J Howatt Found
Preselected recipients only
Mabel T Howatt Rhoda J Howatt Found is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $48,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$48,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was down from $65,500 the year before.
8% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $88,300 | 15 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $65,500 | 16 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $48,500 | 16 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Mabel T Howatt Rhoda J Howatt Found 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 Mabel T Howatt Rhoda J Howatt Found funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 11 | $36,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $4,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $3,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Anthony of Padua Maronite | Community support | $10,000 |
| University of Cincinnati | Scholarship | $6,000 |
| Archdiocese of Cincinnati | Community support | $5,000 |
| Sisters of Notre Dame | Community support | $5,000 |
| Yale University | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| University of Kentucky | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| The Ohio State University | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| University of Notre Dame | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Individual | Community support | $2,000 |
| Guardian Angels Parish | Community support | $2,000 |
| Individual | Community support | $1,500 |
| Pregnancy Center West Inc | Community support | $1,500 |
| Cleveland Clinici Philanthropy | Community support | $1,000 |
| Individual | Community support | $1,000 |
| Eparchy of Our Lady of Lebanon | Community support | $1,000 |
| St William Catholic Church | Community support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathleen D Mezher
- Patrick J Garry
- Michael Mezher
Questions people ask
Does Mabel T Howatt Rhoda J Howatt Found accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mabel T Howatt Rhoda J Howatt Found give?
$48,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Mabel T Howatt Rhoda J Howatt Found?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathleen D Mezher (Trustee), Patrick J Garry (Trustee) and Michael Mezher (Trustee).
What does Mabel T Howatt Rhoda J Howatt Found fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.