The Sutowski Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sutowski Foundation is a private foundation in Valley View, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $126,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$126,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was down from $127,000 the year before.
30% 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 | $129,000 | 12 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $127,000 | 12 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $126,000 | 10 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
The Sutowski 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 Sutowski Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 9 | $124,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| John Carroll University for Jean Sutowski Endowed Scholarship Fund | General program support | $30,000 |
| Walsh Jesuit High School Foundation | General program support | $30,000 |
| Akron Children's Hospital Foundation | General program support | $25,000 |
| St Basil the Great | General program support | $10,000 |
| The Highland Foundation | General program support | $10,000 |
| Jesuit Retreat Center | General program support | $5,000 |
| Ohio Valley Voices | General program support | $5,000 |
| Victory Gallop | General program support | $5,000 |
| Smiles With Style | General program support | $4,000 |
| Eternal Word Television Network | General program support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Judie Delaney
- Robb Scherler
- Randy Scherler
- Patricia Scherler
- Roy Scherler
Questions people ask
Does The Sutowski Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sutowski Foundation give?
$126,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Sutowski Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Judie Delaney (President), Robb Scherler (Trustee), Randy Scherler (Secretary) and Patricia Scherler (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Sutowski Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.