The Business of Good Foundation
Accepts applications
The Business of Good Foundation is a private foundation in Ashtabula, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $595,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.3 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$595,000
- Assets$12.0 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.7 million the year before.
39% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 10 | $13.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 12 | $12.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 13 | $12.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Andrea Bushweiler PO Box 2838, Ashtabula, OH 44005 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (440) 990-3964 |
| What to submit | Application should be made in the form of a written request, including proof of exempt status and an explanation of how the applicant intends to use the funds. |
| Deadlines | Applications should be submitted prior to oct 15th for consideration by dec 31st of the current year |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Business of Good Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 12 | $1.3 million |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sea Change Incorporated | General operations | $595,000 |
| Neo Fund | General operations | $337,000 |
| America Mentors | General operations | $330,000 |
| Go Community Development Corporation | General operations | $17,000 |
| St Matthew's House | General operations | $10,000 |
| College Now Greater Cleveland Inc | General operations | $7,210 |
| First Tee of Cleveland | General operations | $5,000 |
| The City Mission | General operations | $5,000 |
| West Side Catholic Center | General operations | $5,000 |
| Ashtabula County District Library Foundation Inc | General operations | $3,000 |
| Birthright Inc | General operations | $3,000 |
| Geneva Food Pantry | General operations | $1,000 |
| After School Discovery | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brad Roller
- Alice McCarthy
- Timothy P McCarthy
- Stuart W Cordell
- Andrea Bushweiler
Questions people ask
Does The Business of Good Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications should be submitted prior to oct 15th for consideration by dec 31st of the current year.
How much does The Business of Good Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Business of Good Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brad Roller (Director), Alice McCarthy (Director), Timothy P McCarthy (Director) and Stuart W Cordell (President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Business of Good Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.