The Reinberger Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Reinberger Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.5 million in 140 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $112,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.5 million
- Number of grants140
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$112,500
- Assets$82.9 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.1 million the year before.
28% of its 2024 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 | $3.1 million | 129 | $79.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.5 million | 140 | $82.9 million |
How to apply
The Reinberger 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Reinberger Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 137 | $3.5 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Great Lakes Science Center | Grant 23-38 early childhood exhibition | $112,500 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank | Grant 20-79 capital expansion | $100,000 |
| Mid-Ohio Foodbank | Grant 22-10 campaign to re-imagine ending hunger: rooted in you and general operating support | $100,000 |
| Providence House Inc | Grant 20-17 giving hope for the phuture campaign and services for families facing homelessness and housing crises | $100,000 |
| Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry | Grant 24-12 housing flex fund | $85,000 |
| The Cleveland Museum of Natural History | Grant 24-30 transforming the world of discovery | $84,000 |
| Journey Center for Safety and Healing | Grant 24-11 general support to foster safety and healing | $76,500 |
| Ideastream | Grant 24.29 nova and science friday programming support 2024-2026 | $75,000 |
| Joseph's Home | Grant 24-10 a new home for healing: renovation and relocation of joseph's home | $68,000 |
| Children's Hunger Alliance | Grant 24-06 year-round food access for children | $51,000 |
| Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad | Grant 24-31 leading the way locomotive fleet campaign | $50,000 |
| Flying Horse Farms | Grant 24-54 prioritizing safety: providing transformational experiences for children with serious illness | $50,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity Inc | Grant 22-17 building better buckeye | $50,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Central Ohio Inc | Grant 22-96 comprehensive campaign | $50,000 |
| May Dugan Center | Grant 20-07 capital support for renovation and expansion | $50,000 |
| Resource Cleveland Refugee Response | Grant 24-107 the roundstone pavilion at ohio city farm | $50,000 |
| Front Steps Housing and Services | Grant 24-09 behavioral health and prevention services to address homelessness and housing stability | $42,500 |
| The Salvation Army of Greater Cleveland | Grant 24-13 general support | $42,500 |
| Cleveland Rape Crisis Center | Grant 23-02 children and family violence prevention and intervention services | $40,000 |
| Cuyahoga County Public Library | Grant 24-50 student success program | $40,000 |
| Lake Erie Nature and Science Center | Grant 23-40 wildlife education, rehabilitation, and wildlife gardens renovation | $40,000 |
| Rainey Institute | Grant 23-41 west side expansion and summer camp growth | $40,000 |
| Seeds of Literacy | Grant 24-65 general support for adult basic education | $40,000 |
| Lifecare Alliance | Grant 24-04 meals on wheels | $38,500 |
| Community Shelter Board | Grant 24-01 systems approach to help people facing homelessness in columbus, oh, regain housing stability | $38,250 |
| Columbus Zoological Park Association | Grant 24-23 north america trek | $34,000 |
| Fund for Our Economic Future | Grant 23-92 general support | $33,500 |
| Scranton Road Ministries Community Development Corporation | Grant 24-64 yourth jobs partnership | $32,500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus Inc | Grant 23-70 academic success support | $30,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Northeast Ohio | Grant 24-44 out of school time programming | $30,000 |
| City Year Cleveland | Grant 23-52 whole school whole child | $30,000 |
| Eden Inc | Grant 24-92 core program and operating support | $30,000 |
| Family Promise of Greater Cleveland | Grant 23-07 providing and expanding services for homeless families | $30,000 |
| Refugee Response | Grant 23-65 general support for education programs | $30,000 |
| Building Hope in the City | Grant 24-45 the hope center for refugees and immigrants: empowering newcomers through education | $27,500 |
| Alvis Inc | Grant 24-103 workforce development for restored citizens | $25,000 |
| Balletmet | Grant 23-25 general support | $25,000 |
| Bridgeway Academy | Grant 24-77 bridge to adulthood program support | $25,000 |
| Case Western Reserve University | Grant 24-46 provost scholars program | $25,000 |
| Center for Arts-Inspired Learning | Grant 24-33 general support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen R Hooser
- Sara R Dyer
- Victor Ferguson
- Katherine Dyer
- Lee Bates
- Mary Hooser
- Nick Bedell
- Richard Secor
- Robert Dyer
- Matthew Bedell
- William Bates
- Dave Hooser
Questions people ask
Does The Reinberger Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Reinberger Foundation give?
$3.5 million in tax year 2024, across 140 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Reinberger Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Karen R Hooser (President), Sara R Dyer (Vice President), Victor Ferguson (Secretary) and Katherine Dyer (Trustee) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does The Reinberger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.