The McConnell Educational Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McConnell Educational Foundation is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 30 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$45.5 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
10% 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 | $2.3 million | 29 | $44.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 28 | $43.3 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 30 | $45.5 million |
How to apply
The McConnell Educational 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 McConnell Educational Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 30 | $2.2 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Star House | Research and advancements in community supportive services | $600,000 |
| Ohiohealth Foundation | Research and advancements in the field of medicine | $500,000 |
| The Columbus Zoo | Research and advancements in community supportive services | $300,000 |
| Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation | Research and advancements in the field of medicine | $250,000 |
| Nationwide Children's Hospital Foundation | Research and advancements in the field of medicine | $200,000 |
| Birdies for Buddies | Research and advancements in the field of medicine | $116,000 |
| Besa Community | Research and advancements in community supportive services | $50,000 |
| McConnell Arts Center | Research and advancements in community supportive services | $25,000 |
| Dublin High School Hockey Association | Enhance continuing education | $9,500 |
| Dublin Jerome Ice Hockey Boosters | Enhance continuing education | $9,500 |
| St Charles Prepatory School | Enhance continuing education | $9,500 |
| Gahanna Lincoln Hockey | Enhance continuing education | $7,000 |
| Liberty Athletic Boosters-Ice | Enhance continuing education | $7,000 |
| Olentangy Berlin Athletic Boosters | Enhance continuing education | $7,000 |
| Olentangy Braves Hockey | Enhance continuing education | $7,000 |
| Thomas Worthington Hockey Boosters | Enhance continuing education | $7,000 |
| Upper Arlington Ice Hockey | Enhance continuing education | $7,000 |
| WKHS Ice Boosters | Enhance continuing education | $7,000 |
| Hilliard High School Hockey | Enhance continuing education | $6,000 |
| Newark Generals | Enhance continuing education | $6,000 |
| Northeast Storm Hockey Club | Enhance continuing education | $6,000 |
| Prowlers Hockey Association | Enhance continuing education | $6,000 |
| Westerville Warcats Hockey | Enhance continuing education | $6,000 |
| Bishop Watterson Hockey | Enhance continuing education | $4,500 |
| Columbus Ice Hockey Club | Enhance continuing education | $4,500 |
| New Albany Hockey Club | Enhance continuing education | $4,500 |
| Orange Athletic Department | Research and advancements in community supportive services | $4,500 |
| Athens Youth Hockey Association | Enhance continuing education | $3,500 |
| Columbus Academy | Enhance continuing education | $2,500 |
| Olentangy Orange Athletic Boosters | Enhance continuing education | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John P McConnell
- Michael A Priest
- Daniel J Minor
- Kimberly R Sievers
Questions people ask
Does The McConnell Educational Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McConnell Educational Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs The McConnell Educational Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John P McConnell (President and Trustee), Michael A Priest (Vice Pres/Treasurer and Trustee), Daniel J Minor (Trustee) and Kimberly R Sievers (Secretary).
What does The McConnell Educational Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, health and youth programs.