The Pearce Foundation
Accepts applications
The Pearce Foundation is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $121,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $29,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$121,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$29,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $76,000 the year before.
22% 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 | $100,650 | 11 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $76,000 | 10 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $121,000 | 9 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Crystal Hudspeth PO Box EA5W86, Columbus, OH 43216 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (330) 742-5499 |
| What to submit | Written application stating purpose of request |
| Restrictions | Restricted to organizations in the city of salem or the state of Ohio. |
What The Pearce Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 7 | $91,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salem Community Foundation Inc | General operating | $29,000 |
| United Way Worldwide | General operating | $25,000 |
| Allegheny Wesleyan College | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Baldwin Wallace University | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Youngstown State University | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| The Brightside Project | General operating | $7,000 |
| Thiel College | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Kent State University | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| University of Mount Union | Scholarships | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert S McCulloch III
- Huntington National Bank
Questions people ask
Does The Pearce Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Pearce Foundation give?
$121,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Pearce Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert S McCulloch III (Director) and Huntington National Bank (Trustee).
What does The Pearce Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.