The Feth Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Feth Family Foundation is a private foundation in Akron, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $274,750 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $100,000. 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$274,750
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was down from $296,500 the year before.
15% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $301,250 | 50 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $296,500 | 48 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $274,750 | 38 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Feth 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 The Feth Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 28 | $251,250 |
| Georgia | 2 | $6,750 |
| Missouri | 2 | $6,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Summit County | Bold goals initiative | $100,000 |
| United Way of Summit County | Annual program support | $50,000 |
| Haven of Rest Ministries | Annual program support | $15,000 |
| Cleveland Orchestra | Annual fund | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $10,000 |
| Shelby County Historical Society | Annual program support | $10,000 |
| Case Western Reserve | Annual program support | $5,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Akron General | Annual program support | $5,000 |
| Cuyahoga Valley Preservation & Scenic Railway Association | Annual program support | $5,000 |
| Harvard Business School | Hbs fund | $5,000 |
| In Touch Ministries Inc | Annual program support | $5,000 |
| Lutheran Bible Translators USA | Support for federwitz ministry | $5,000 |
| Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank | Annual program support | $3,000 |
| Opportunity Parish Ecumenical Neighborhood Ministry - Open-M | Annual program support | $3,000 |
| Akron Art Museum | Annual program support | $2,500 |
| Akron Community Foundation | Annual program support | $2,500 |
| Apollo's Fire | Annual program support | $2,500 |
| Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad | Preservation for generations donation | $2,500 |
| Case Western Reserve University | School of nursing annual fund | $2,000 |
| Individual | $2,000 | |
| Mobile Meals | Annual program support | $2,000 |
| In Touch Ministries Inc | Messengers lab | $1,750 |
| LCMS World Relief and Human Care | Annual program support | $1,500 |
| Lutheran World Relief | Annual program support | $1,500 |
| Project Learn of Summit County | Annual program support | $1,500 |
| Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens | Annual program support | $1,500 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Annual program support | $1,000 |
| Concordia at Sumner | General operating fund | $1,000 |
| Grace House | Annual program support | $1,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Annual program support | $1,000 |
| New York Central System Historical Society | Annual program support | $1,000 |
| Ohio Living Foundation | Annual program support | $1,000 |
| Wksu Kent State University | Annual program support | $1,000 |
| Air Force Association | Annual program support | $750 |
| Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park | Annual program support | $750 |
| One-In-Six Foundation | Annual program support | $750 |
| Western Reserve Historical Society | Annual program support | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- William R Feth
- Karen W Feth
- Brian S Feth
Questions people ask
Does The Feth Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Feth Family Foundation give?
$274,750 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs The Feth Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William R Feth (President), Karen W Feth (Treasurer) and Brian S Feth (Secretary).
What does The Feth Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and arts and culture.