The American Home Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The American Home Foundation is a private foundation in Granville, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $933,741 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $43,300 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$933,741
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$43,300
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees95%
Giving in 2025 was up from $216,286 the year before.
95% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $62,000 | 2 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $216,286 | 2 | $9.0 million |
| 2025 | $933,741 | 19 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
The American Home 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 The American Home Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 13 | $548,741 |
| South Carolina | 6 | $385,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Medical University of South Carolina | General support | $200,000 |
| Otterbein at Granville | General support | $84,441 |
| Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio Inc | General support | $81,500 |
| Medical University Womens Club | General support | $60,000 |
| Ohio Wildlife Center | General support | $55,000 |
| Dorchester Habitat for Humanity | General support | $50,000 |
| Sealkids | General support | $50,000 |
| Adaptive Sports Connection | General support | $50,000 |
| M&m Fire Department | General support | $50,000 |
| Kaleidoscope Youth Center | General support | $43,300 |
| Central Ohio Trauma System | General support | $37,500 |
| United Way of Central Ohio | General support | $37,000 |
| Florence Crittenton Programs of SC | General support | $25,000 |
| Dominican Learning Center | General support | $25,000 |
| Avian Conservation Center | General support | $25,000 |
| Financial Literacy Acts Integrated Kits | General support | $25,000 |
| Freedom A la Cart | General support | $15,000 |
| St John's Episcopal Church | General support | $15,000 |
| Saints Alive (St Joseph's Catholic School) | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark K Milligan
- Harvey L Glick
- Donald B Shackelford
- Ann Deskins
Questions people ask
Does The American Home Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The American Home Foundation give?
$933,741 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $43,300.
Who runs The American Home Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark K Milligan (President / Secretary), Harvey L Glick (Executive Chairman), Donald B Shackelford (Asst Secretary / Asst Treasurer) and Ann Deskins (Treasurer/Controller).
What does The American Home Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.