Michael F Tweedle and Christine A Poon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael F Tweedle and Christine A Poon Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $350,020 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$350,020
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $118,100 the year before.
30% 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 | $76,500 | 7 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $118,100 | 11 | $8.1 million |
| 2025 | $350,020 | 10 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
Michael F Tweedle and Christine A Poon 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 Michael F Tweedle and Christine A Poon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 3 | $230,000 |
| California | 2 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio State University Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $200,000 |
| Cato Institute | Unrestricted grant | $25,000 |
| Philharmonic-Symphony Society of New York Inc | Unrestricted grant | $25,000 |
| Gettysburg Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $25,000 |
| Knox College | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Ayn Rand Institute | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Heritage Baptist Church | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Pelotonia | Unrestricted grant | $10,000 |
| The Atlas Society LTD | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Unrestricted grant | $20 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine A Poon
- Michael F Tweedle
Questions people ask
Does Michael F Tweedle and Christine A Poon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael F Tweedle and Christine A Poon Foundation give?
$350,020 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Michael F Tweedle and Christine A Poon Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christine A Poon (Board Member) and Michael F Tweedle (Board Member).
What does Michael F Tweedle and Christine A Poon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.