Ralph and Lucille Schey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ralph and Lucille Schey Foundation is a private foundation in Highland Heights, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $117,137 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $11,137 and the largest $38,000. 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$117,137
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$11,137
- Largest grant$38,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was down from $128,500 the year before.
43% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $158,038 | 13 | $3.4 million |
| 2023 | $128,500 | 8 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $117,137 | 7 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
Ralph and Lucille Schey 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Ralph and Lucille Schey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 4 | $76,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $11,137 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Cleveland Orchestra | General Fund | $38,000 |
| Playhouse Square Foundation | General Fund | $26,000 |
| American Red Cross | General Fund | $20,000 |
| The 249th Engineer Battalion Association | General Fund | $11,137 |
| St Christopher By-The-River | General Fund | $10,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General Fund | $10,000 |
| Serbian Cultural Garden | General Fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lucille L Schey
- William Spring
- Lawrence Schey
Questions people ask
Does Ralph and Lucille Schey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ralph and Lucille Schey Foundation give?
$117,137 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $11,137.
Who runs Ralph and Lucille Schey Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lucille L Schey (President), William Spring (Vice President) and Lawrence Schey (Secretary).
What does Ralph and Lucille Schey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.