The Fortney Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fortney Foundation is a private foundation in North Olmsted, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $88,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$88,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees76%
Giving in 2025 was up from $67,000 the year before.
76% 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 | $86,000 | 17 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $67,000 | 17 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $88,000 | 21 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
The Fortney 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 Fortney Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 14 | $53,250 |
| Illinois | 2 | $17,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $7,500 |
| New York | 2 | $5,250 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Les Turner ALS Foundation | General Operating | $15,000 |
| Kidney Foundation | General Operating | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Food Bank | General Operating | $9,000 |
| Coalition to Cure Caplain 3 | General Operating | $7,500 |
| Playhouse Square | General Operating | $6,000 |
| The City Mission Cleveland | General Operating | $5,250 |
| Friendship APL | General Operating | $5,000 |
| Holy Trinity School | General Operating | $5,000 |
| Palestinian Children's Relief Fund | General Operating | $3,000 |
| The Cleveland Animal Protective League | General Operating | $3,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General Operating | $3,000 |
| The Breast Cancer Research Foundation | General Operating | $2,250 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | General Operating | $2,000 |
| Providence House | General Operating | $2,000 |
| Rocky River Assistance Program | General Operating | $2,000 |
| The Cleveland Music School Settlement | General Operating | $2,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General Operating | $2,000 |
| Knowledge is Cancers Krypton | General Operating | $1,500 |
| Gigi's Playhouse Inc | General Operating | $1,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of America | General Operating | $1,000 |
| Sierra's Haven for New and Used Pets | General Operating | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth A Fortney
- Megan Fortney Smith
- Jessica Fortney Krisanda
- Katherine P F Horne
- Chelsea Fortney
Questions people ask
Does The Fortney Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fortney Foundation give?
$88,000 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Fortney Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth A Fortney (Trustee; President; Treasu), Megan Fortney Smith (Director), Jessica Fortney Krisanda (Director) and Katherine P F Horne (Director; Vice Pres.; Secr) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Fortney Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and animals.