Spaulding Foundation
Accepts applications
Spaulding Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.5 million in 47 grants; the typical grant was $21,165 and the largest $500,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.5 million
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$21,165
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$46.7 million
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
89% of its 2025 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 | $2.0 million | 58 | $37.5 million |
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 42 | $40.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 41 | $42.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.5 million | 47 | $46.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Laura Dunderman 8040 Hosbrook Road Suite 440, Cincinnati, OH 45236 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (513) 936-0101 |
| What to submit | Request an application from Laura Dunderman |
| Deadlines | Quarterly Grant applications should be received January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1. |
| Restrictions | Grants are made to organizations qualifying under IRC Section 501 ( c) (3), for purposes of improving life in the community, focusing in areas of mental health, mental and physical disabilities, substance abuse/chemical addiction, and domestic violence, rape, and abuse. Grants are geographically limited to charitable organizations serving Hamilton County, Ohio and the counties contiguous thereto. |
What Spaulding Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 42 | $1.4 million |
| Kentucky | 5 | $125,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden | Capital support for construction of Giraffe's Tower Exhibit | $500,000 |
| NewPath Child & Family Solutions | Capital funding to renovate building as residential unit for children with mental health issues | $75,000 |
| Serenity Recovery Network | Capital funding for housing units for adults in recovery | $50,000 |
| Family Nurturing Center | Capital funding to renovate facility to expand services to children and families impacted by abuse | $50,000 |
| Stepping Stones | Funding for Adult Day Services for disabled adults | $30,000 |
| EDGE Teen Center | Funding for Afterschool Program for at-risk children | $30,000 |
| Beech Acres Parenting Center | Funding for Beyond the Classroom integrating mental health and support services in schools | $30,000 |
| PLAN of Southwest Ohio | Funding for Family Surrogacy Program planning long term care for disabled family members | $30,000 |
| Found House Interfaith Housing Network | Funding for permanent supportive housing program aiding chronically homeless individuals with disabilities | $30,000 |
| Individual | Funding for Stabilization Program providing case management to individuals and families | $30,000 |
| Assistance League of Greater Cincinnati | Funding for Assault Survivor Kits and New Beginnings Program aiding victims of domestic/sexual violence | $27,500 |
| Joseph House | Funding to create outdoor wellness space for veterans in recovery | $25,000 |
| Springer School and Center | Funding for tuition assistance for children with learning disabilities | $25,000 |
| The Crossroads Center | Capital funding for entry access controls in new facility providing substance abuse and mental health services | $25,000 |
| Cincinnati Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired | Funding for adaptive equipment and services for the blind/visually impaired | $25,000 |
| Epilepsy Alliance Ohio | Funding to purchase minivan with wheelchair lift to transport disabled residents | $25,000 |
| Cincinnati Therapeutic Riding & Horsemanship | Funding for equine therapy programs for disabled adults and children | $25,000 |
| St Elizabeth Healthcare | Funding for forensic nurse exams of victims of sexual assault/human trafficking | $25,000 |
| Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati | Funding for programming for youth and adults with Down syndrome | $25,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Charitable Pharmacy | Funding for prescription medications and clinical services to under- and un-insured individuals | $25,000 |
| Individual | Funding for therapeutic care and services to individuals with neurological diagnoses lacking insurance therapy | $25,000 |
| St Joseph Home | Funding for van to transport disabled individuals to appointments and events | $25,000 |
| Last Mile Food Rescue | General operating support for pickup and delivery of fresh food to service organizations | $25,000 |
| Cincinnati Eye Institute Foundation | Funding to purchase spot vision screener and autorefractor for use in mobile vision clinic | $21,165 |
| Fernside | Funding for Family Program providing grief services to family members | $20,000 |
| New Life Furniture Bank | Funding for volunteer-led woodshop creating furniture for families moving out of homelessness | $20,000 |
| Samaritan Car Care Clinic | Funding for car repairs for women victims of domestic violence | $20,000 |
| Pause for Parents Play for Kids | Funding for programming connecting developmentally challenged children and their families | $20,000 |
| Luke5 Adventures | Funding for hiking program for disabled individuals and their families/caregivers | $20,000 |
| Valley Interfaith Community Resource Center | Funding for part-time social worker aiding low-income individuals with case management | $20,000 |
| Our Daily Bread | Funding for Social Services Center providing activities and referrals to low-income/homeless individuals | $20,000 |
| Milestones | Funding for Therapeutic Riding Program for disabled adults and children | $20,000 |
| The Dragonfly Foundation | Funding for Patient and Family Gifting Program providing gifts and financial support to pediatric cancer families | $20,000 |
| Lydia's House | Funding for shelter program aiding homeless women and children | $15,000 |
| Shelterhouse | Funding for Emergency Shelter to Housing Program aiding homeless men and women | $15,000 |
| Living Hope Counseling Services | Funding for subsidized mental health counseling for clients facing cost barriers | $15,000 |
| Jewish Family Service | Funding for Barbash Family Vital Support Center providing food and case management to low-income clients | $15,000 |
| Matthew 25 Ministries | Funding for Greater Cincinnati Outreach Program providing food, supplies and medical products | $12,500 |
| Care Center of Loveland | Funding for personal care items and household essentials for low-income families | $12,500 |
| Joshua's Place | Funding for Food Cooperative Program aiding low-income families | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Doug Marlow
- Emily Prather
- Linda Marlow
- Ross Prather
Questions people ask
Does Spaulding Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Quarterly Grant applications should be received January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1.
How much does Spaulding Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $21,165.
Who runs Spaulding Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Doug Marlow (Trustee), Emily Prather (Trustee), Linda Marlow (Trustee) and Ross Prather (Trustee).
What does Spaulding Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, environment and conservation and human services.