Showers Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Showers Family Foundation is a private foundation in Canal Fulton, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $110,590 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $33,795 and the largest $40,000. 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$110,590
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$33,795
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $131,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $126,630 | 6 | $2.1 million |
| 2023 | $131,000 | 4 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $110,590 | 4 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Showers Family 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 Showers Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 3 | $81,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $29,590 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Akron Children's Hospital | Medical | $40,000 |
| Archbishop Hoban High School | General operating | $38,000 |
| Showers Foundation Health Center | General operating | $29,590 |
| Stark Educational Service Center | General operating | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David M Showers
- Martha A Showers
- Michelle Martina
- Tracy Kusmits
- Scott Riffle
Questions people ask
Does Showers Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Showers Family Foundation give?
$110,590 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $33,795.
Who runs Showers Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David M Showers (Pres, Treas, Director), Martha A Showers (Vice Pres, Secr, Director), Michelle Martina (Asst Vice Pres, Director) and Tracy Kusmits (Asst Vice Pres, Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Showers Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.