The Trompeter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Trompeter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.3 million in 59 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants59
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$46.6 million
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
85% 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 | $982,521 | 26 | $21.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 22 | $25.8 million |
| 2025 | $2.3 million | 59 | $46.6 million |
How to apply
The Trompeter Family 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 Trompeter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 40 | $1.9 million |
| Florida | 10 | $262,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $35,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Toledo Community Foundation | General operating | $300,000 |
| St Ursuala Acadamy | General operating | $150,000 |
| Toledo Museum of Art | General operating | $125,000 |
| Toledo Humane Society | General operating | $100,000 |
| Cherry Street Mission Ministries | General operating | $100,000 |
| Lourdes University | General operating | $100,000 |
| Moms House Inc | General operating | $100,000 |
| Oregon Senior Citizens Center | General operating | $100,000 |
| Grace Place for Children and Families | General operating | $100,000 |
| University of Toledo | General operating | $100,000 |
| Neighborhood Housing Services of Toledo | General operating | $78,000 |
| Sylvania Area Family Services Inc | General operating | $72,000 |
| Aurora Project | General operating | $65,000 |
| Connecting Kids to Meals | General operating | $50,000 |
| Charity for Change Inc | General operating | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Toledo | General operating | $50,000 |
| Ursuline Convent of the Sacred Heart | General operating | $50,000 |
| Mission for Wisdom and Hope | General operating | $50,000 |
| Guadalupe Center | General operating | $45,000 |
| St Francis Desales High School | General operating | $37,126 |
| Sunshine Foundation Inc | General operating | $35,000 |
| The Toledo Zoological Society Foundation | General operating | $30,750 |
| Toledo Rotary Club Foundation | General operating | $25,000 |
| YMCA | General operating | $25,000 |
| Believe N Books | General operating | $25,000 |
| Islamic Food Bank | General operating | $20,000 |
| Toledo NW Ohio Food Bank Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| The Epilepsy Center of Northwest Ohio | General operating | $20,000 |
| Southview High School Athletic Booster Club | General operating | $20,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General operating | $20,000 |
| Toledo Urban Foundation Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Tides Foundation | General operating | $20,000 |
| Toledo Seagate Food Bank Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Adopt America Network | General operating | $11,000 |
| Collier Community Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Inc | General operating | $10,000 |
| Imagination Station | General operating | $10,000 |
| Toledo Streets Workforce Development Corporation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Bittersweet Farms | General operating | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Keybank N A
Questions people ask
Does The Trompeter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Trompeter Family Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2025, across 59 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Trompeter Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Keybank N A (Trustee).
What does The Trompeter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and youth programs.