The Bell Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bell Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $591,016 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $42,500. 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$591,016
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$42,500
- Assets$0
- New grantees96%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.7 million the year before.
96% 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 | $1.2 million | 23 | $509,008 |
| 2024 | $2.7 million | 30 | $280,570 |
| 2025 | $591,016 | 27 | $0 |
How to apply
The Bell Charitable 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 Bell Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 15 | $313,516 |
| Hawaii | 9 | $212,500 |
| Kentucky | 3 | $65,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| E Kupaku Ka Aina | Operational support | $42,500 |
| Hui O Hau'ula | Operational support | $35,000 |
| Gateway Community and Technical College Foundation Inc | Operational support | $30,000 |
| Taking Root | Operational support | $30,000 |
| 3CDC | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Cincinnati Recycling and Reuse Hub | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Daybreak | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Dayton Equity Center | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Dynamic Healing Center | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Freestore Foodbank | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Goodwill Hawaii | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Kamp Hawaii | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Mission of Mary | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Mortar | Operational support | $25,000 |
| BACK2BACK | Operational support | $20,000 |
| Children's Home of Northern Kentucky | Operational support | $20,000 |
| Cincinnati Youth Collaborative | Operational support | $20,000 |
| Friends of Kauai Wildlife Refuges | Operational support | $20,000 |
| Re-Use Hawaii | Operational support | $20,000 |
| Beech Acres Parenting Center | Operational support | $15,000 |
| Dress for Success | Operational support | $15,000 |
| Lighthouse Youth Services Inc | Operational support | $15,000 |
| Samaritan Car Care Clinic | Operational support | $15,000 |
| Keep Cincinnati Beautiful | Operational support | $13,516 |
| Citylink Center | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Humanity Hale | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Pal Hawaii | Operational support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leigh Fox
- Josh Duckworth
- Kevin Murray
- Cristi Cornette
- Su Shi
Questions people ask
Does The Bell Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bell Charitable Foundation give?
$591,016 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Bell Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Leigh Fox (President), Josh Duckworth (Treasurer), Kevin Murray (Secretary) and Cristi Cornette (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Bell Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and environment and conservation.