The Swagelok Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Swagelok Foundation is a private foundation in Solon, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 222 grants; the typical grant was $1,905 and the largest $201,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants222
- Typical grant$1,905
- Largest grant$201,000
- Assets$10.7 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.5 million the year before.
32% 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 | $917,600 | 211 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 254 | $4.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 222 | $10.7 million |
How to apply
The Swagelok 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 Swagelok Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 20 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 174 | $1.3 million |
| Texas | 3 | $33,239 |
| Georgia | 1 | $11,032 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $5,856 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $4,710 |
| New York | 7 | $3,245 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $1,550 |
| District of Columbia | 7 | $1,517 |
| Illinois | 4 | $1,425 |
| Maryland | 3 | $1,175 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Solon | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $201,000 |
| Cuyahoga County Public Library | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Cleveland Foodbank Inc | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $81,467 |
| Manufacturing Works | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $62,500 |
| American Red Cross | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $60,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Partnership | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $60,000 |
| Team Neo | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $24,000 |
| American Heart Association | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $22,929 |
| Family Promise of Greater Cleveland | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $20,027 |
| Children's Museum of Cleveland | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Cleveland Hearing | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $18,420 |
| Cuyahoga Comm College Foundation | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $17,500 |
| Miami University | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Global Cleveland | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $13,000 |
| Great Lakes Science Center | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $13,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $12,000 |
| Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $11,750 |
| Humble Design | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $11,700 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Cleveland | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $11,400 |
| Vocational Guidance Services | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $11,250 |
| American Cancer Society | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $11,032 |
| Shoes and Clothes for Kids | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $10,530 |
| College Now Greater Cleveland | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $10,500 |
| Gathering Place | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $10,230 |
| Girl Scouts of Northeast Ohio | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $10,050 |
| Feeding Medina County | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $10,026 |
| Achievement Ctr for Children | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Business Volunteers Unlimited | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Goodwill Industries of Greater Clev | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Magnet | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Northeastern Ohio Science & Enginee | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Towards Employment | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $9,500 |
| Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $9,400 |
| Uss Cleveland Legacy Foundation | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $9,400 |
| Alliance for Working Together | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $9,250 |
| Cleveland Clinic | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $8,630 |
| Crossroads | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $8,625 |
| Blick Clinic Inc DBA the Blick Ce | To further the organization's tax exempt purpose | $8,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Miklich
- Hannah Delis
- Adriene Stemen
- Drew McDermitt
- Rob Miller
- Andrea Zadd
- Michael Dicesare
- Amy Johns
- Sarah Liston
- Michael Calabro
Questions people ask
Does The Swagelok Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Swagelok Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 222 grants, with a typical grant of $1,905.
Who runs The Swagelok Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Miklich (Trustee, Vice Chair), Hannah Delis (Chair, President, Trustee), Adriene Stemen (Secretary, Trustee) and Drew McDermitt (Treasurer) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does The Swagelok Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.