The Stephen and Joanne Kirk Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Stephen and Joanne Kirk Foundation is a private foundation in Beachwood, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $109,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $31,000. 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$109,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$31,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $109,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $109,000 | 10 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $109,000 | 10 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Stephen and Joanne Kirk 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 Stephen and Joanne Kirk Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 9 | $107,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland State University | Radiance fund/ tennis fund | $31,000 |
| Vocational Guidance Services | Achieve campaign | $25,000 |
| Cleveland State University | Annual fund/deans fund | $20,000 |
| Cleveland Zoological Society | Operations | $10,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Annual appeals | $5,000 |
| Bluecoats Inc | Education fund | $5,000 |
| Friends of Breakthrough | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Coach Sams Scholars | General fund | $5,000 |
| Stulberg International String Comp | Strings competition | $2,000 |
| Western Reserve Land Conservancy | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Kirk
- Joanne Kirk
- Barbara Neff
Questions people ask
Does The Stephen and Joanne Kirk Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Stephen and Joanne Kirk Foundation give?
$109,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Stephen and Joanne Kirk Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephen Kirk (President), Joanne Kirk (Vice Preside) and Barbara Neff (Director).
What does The Stephen and Joanne Kirk Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.