The Richard and Fern Cielec Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Richard and Fern Cielec Foundation is a private foundation in Portsmouth, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $125,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$125,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$983,797
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $60,000 the year before.
57% of its 2024 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 | $60,000 | 5 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $125,000 | 7 | $983,797 |
How to apply
The Richard and Fern Cielec 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 Richard and Fern Cielec Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 3 | $40,000 |
| New York | 2 | $40,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritan's Purse Samaritans Purse | To distribute to charitable orgs. | $25,000 |
| Jewish Agency for Israel Jewish Agency for Israel | To distribute to charitable orgs. | $20,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation Tunnels to Towers Foundation | To distribute to charitable orgs. | $20,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Project Wounded Warriors Project | To distribute to charitable orgs. | $20,000 |
| Community Mission Outreach Community Mission Outreach | To distribute to charitable orgs. | $20,000 |
| St Augustine Church St Augustine Church | To distribute to charitable orgs. | $10,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hosp St Jude Children's Research Hosp | To distribute to charitable orgs. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lauretta Eckman
- Stephen L Oliver
- Asa Jewett
Questions people ask
Does The Richard and Fern Cielec Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Richard and Fern Cielec Foundation give?
$125,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Richard and Fern Cielec Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lauretta Eckman (Chairman, Tr), Stephen L Oliver (Secretary, T) and Asa Jewett (Treasurer, T).
What does The Richard and Fern Cielec Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.