The Turtle Plastics Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Turtle Plastics Foundation is a private foundation in Lorain, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $147,705 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$147,705
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$208,003
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $78,530 the year before.
80% of its 2024 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 | $78,530 | 7 | $268,935 |
| 2024 | $147,705 | 20 | $208,003 |
How to apply
The Turtle Plastics 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 Turtle Plastics Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 11 | $102,205 |
| Maryland | 1 | $12,500 |
| New York | 1 | $7,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $7,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio Progressive Collaborative Education Fund | Donation | $50,000 |
| National Fallen Firefighters Foundation | Donation | $12,500 |
| Renee Jones Empowerment | Donation | $11,300 |
| Signal Ohio | Donation | $10,000 |
| Military Firefighter Heritage Foundation | Donation | $7,500 |
| National Clean Water Collective Inc | Donation | $7,500 |
| Cleveland Blind Bowling League | Instructional Donation | $7,005 |
| Cleveland Buckeye Blind Bowling League | Donation | $5,500 |
| Hccef | Donation | $5,000 |
| IL Fire Service Institute Univ of Illinois | Donation | $5,000 |
| Literary Cleveland | Donation | $5,000 |
| League of Womens Voters | Donation | $5,000 |
| Nalinikids Inc | Donation | $5,000 |
| Thrive for Change | Donation | $5,000 |
| American Blind Bowlers Association | Donation | $2,000 |
| Mama Moses the Underground Railroad | Donation | $2,000 |
| National Child Safety Council | Donation | $900 |
| Firefighters Cancer Support Network | Donation | $500 |
| Wardell Volunteer Fire Dept | Donation | $500 |
| West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church | Donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas C Norton
- Karen Bradley MD
- Liz Demetriou
- Dennis Hildebrandt
Questions people ask
Does The Turtle Plastics Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Turtle Plastics Foundation give?
$147,705 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Turtle Plastics Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas C Norton (President), Karen Bradley MD (Vice President), Liz Demetriou (Chief Operating Officer/Treasurer) and Dennis Hildebrandt (Secretary).
What does The Turtle Plastics Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability and arts and culture.