The Paintstone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Paintstone Foundation is a private foundation in Mentor, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $210,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$210,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $120,000 the year before.
35% 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 | $67,000 | 12 | $603,450 |
| 2024 | $120,000 | 13 | $554,889 |
| 2025 | $210,000 | 17 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
The Paintstone 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 Paintstone Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 13 | $170,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lawrence School | Art & education | $50,000 |
| American Red Cross | Health & welfare | $20,000 |
| Lakeland Foundation | Art & education | $20,000 |
| Playhouse Square Organization | Art & education | $20,000 |
| Art Therapy Studio | Art & education | $10,000 |
| Center for Families and Children | Health & welfare | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Orchestra | Art & education | $10,000 |
| Remote Area Medical | Health & welfare | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army Lake County | Health & welfare | $10,000 |
| Apollos Fire | Art & education | $10,000 |
| Great Lakes Theater | Art & education | $10,000 |
| Children's Museum of Cleveland | Art & education | $5,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Health & welfare | $5,000 |
| Good Bank Neo | Health & welfare | $5,000 |
| Wviz Ideastream | Art & education | $5,000 |
| Kids Book Bank | Art & education | $5,000 |
| Oxfam America | Health & welfare | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John S Milgram
- Andrew Milgram
- Thomas Milgram
Questions people ask
Does The Paintstone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Paintstone Foundation give?
$210,000 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Paintstone Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John S Milgram (Trustee), Andrew Milgram (Trustee) and Thomas Milgram (Trustee).
What does The Paintstone Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.