The Vana Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Vana Family Foundation is a private foundation in Medina, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $55,050 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $12,500. 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$55,050
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$12,500
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was down from $55,750 the year before.
4% of its 2025 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 | $52,750 | 32 | $998,955 |
| 2024 | $55,750 | 34 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $55,050 | 24 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Vana 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 Vana Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 19 | $46,250 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $3,000 |
| New York | 2 | $800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Magical Theatre Company | General support | $12,500 |
| Gift of Adoption | General support | $5,000 |
| Ormaco Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Playhouse Square Foundation | General support | $3,500 |
| Highland Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| Hiram Fund - Hiram College | General support | $3,000 |
| Saint Mary Seminary | General support | $3,000 |
| University of Akron Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| By the Dawn's Early Light | General support | $2,500 |
| Carolina Park Elementary School | General support | $1,500 |
| Catholic Charities of Portage County | General support | $1,500 |
| Deyarmin Foundation | General support | $1,500 |
| Thomas Cario Ptso | General support | $1,500 |
| University of Akron Foundation | General support | $1,500 |
| Casa Board Volunteer Association Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Open Arms Adoption | General support | $1,000 |
| St Mary's Church | General support | $1,000 |
| St Vitus Church | General support | $1,000 |
| Akron University Foundation - Stein Scholarship | General support | $750 |
| American Diabetes Association | General support | $500 |
| Children's Tumor Foundation | General support | $500 |
| One of A Kind Pets | General support | $500 |
| The Fund for St Vincent - St Mary School | General support | $500 |
| UNICEF | General support | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Vana
- Veronica Vana-Snider
- Matthew Vana
- Francine Novak
- Krystyl Vana
- Helena Vana
Questions people ask
Does The Vana Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vana Family Foundation give?
$55,050 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Vana Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Vana (President; Trustee/Directo), Veronica Vana-Snider (Vice President), Matthew Vana (Vice President) and Francine Novak (Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Vana Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.