The Stephen A Comunale Jr Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Stephen A Comunale Jr Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Akron, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $442,614 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $395,344. 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$442,614
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$395,344
- Assets$7.2 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $313,942 the year before.
57% of its 2025 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 | $317,520 | 13 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $313,942 | 12 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $442,614 | 16 | $7.2 million |
How to apply
The Stephen A Comunale Jr Charitable 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 Stephen A Comunale Jr Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 14 | $439,864 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Food, shelter/utilities, clothing, misc medical and insurance expenses | $395,344 |
| The Aultman Foundation | Health/human services and education | $35,000 |
| Asc Cancer Action Network | Support families of individuals touched by cancer | $2,500 |
| Akron Rotary Club | Education | $1,500 |
| Josette Beddell Memorial Foundation | Health/human services and education | $1,500 |
| Ben Curtis Foundation | Health/human services and education | $1,000 |
| Copley Fairlawn School Foundation | Scholarship funds | $1,000 |
| Project Outrun | Support for children touched by cancer | $1,000 |
| SSP Hope Ministries | Health and human services | $1,000 |
| The North Foundation | Support families of individuals touched by cancer | $1,000 |
| Individual | $500 | |
| Lebron James Family Foundation | Education | $500 |
| Camp Kesem | Health/human services and education | $250 |
| Sparks of Giving | Health/human services and education | $250 |
| Akron Community Foundation | Health/human services and education | $150 |
| Sorrowful Mother Shrine | Health and human services | $120 |
Officers and trustees
- John Comunale
- Amanda Comunale
- Monica Stevens
- Stephen Comunale
- Julie Deane
- Ruth George
- Dale Ruther
- Kevin Fink
- Nick Betro
- Brett Haverlick
- Jr Fowler
Questions people ask
Does The Stephen A Comunale Jr Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Stephen A Comunale Jr Charitable Foundation give?
$442,614 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Stephen A Comunale Jr Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Comunale (President), Amanda Comunale (Vice Chair), Monica Stevens (Executive Director) and Stephen Comunale (Chairman) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does The Stephen A Comunale Jr Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and education.