McKenna Family Fund
Preselected recipients only
McKenna Family Fund is a private foundation in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $182,930 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $1,100 and the largest $130,000. 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$182,930
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$1,100
- Largest grant$130,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $109,200 the year before.
36% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $23,800 | 21 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $109,200 | 31 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $182,930 | 28 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
McKenna Family Fund 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 McKenna Family Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $130,000 |
| Ohio | 21 | $42,930 |
| Virginia | 2 | $6,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wabun Foundation | Educational | $130,000 |
| Hathaway Brown School | Educational | $17,000 |
| University School | Educational | $5,000 |
| University of Virginia | Educational | $5,000 |
| Western Reserve Land Conservancy | General welfare | $2,500 |
| Providence House | Child welfare | $1,500 |
| St Martin de Porres High School | Educational | $1,500 |
| West Side Catholic Center | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Cleveland Food Bank | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Playhouse Square Foundation | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Holden Forests & Gardens | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Interval House | General welfare | $1,500 |
| Garden Club of Cleveland | General welfare | $1,230 |
| The Cleveland Orchestra | Educational | $1,200 |
| Hopewell | Physical health | $1,000 |
| First Tee of Cleveland | Educational | $1,000 |
| Deerwood Foundation | Child welfare | $1,000 |
| Rare Books School | Educational | $1,000 |
| Urban Squash | Educational | $1,000 |
| Medwishmedbash | Physical health | $1,000 |
| Dream | Child welfare | $1,000 |
| Hanna Perkins Center | Child welfare | $500 |
| Ketchum Sun Valley Volunteer Association | General welfare | $500 |
| Western Reserve Histroical Society | Educational | $500 |
| Heights Youth Theater | Educational | $500 |
| Cleveland Museum of Art | Educational | $500 |
| Cleveland Museum of Natural History | Educational | $500 |
| Nature Center of Shaker Lakes | Educational | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura W McKenna
- Chris J McKenna
Questions people ask
Does McKenna Family Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does McKenna Family Fund give?
$182,930 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $1,100.
Who runs McKenna Family Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Laura W McKenna (President/Treasurer) and Chris J McKenna (Vice Pres/Secretary).
What does McKenna Family Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.