The Welty Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Welty Family Foundation is a private foundation in Akron, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $515,000 in 77 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$515,000
- Number of grants77
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $484,500 the year before.
26% 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 | $417,000 | 70 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $484,500 | 75 | $9.4 million |
| 2025 | $515,000 | 77 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
The Welty 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 Welty Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 77 | $515,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leadership Akron | Community | $20,000 |
| The Well Community Development | Community | $20,000 |
| Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank | Community | $15,000 |
| Broken Chains Jail & Prison Ministry | Community | $12,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity Summit County | Community | $12,000 |
| Hope & Healing Survivor Resource Center | Community | $11,000 |
| Open M Support | Community | $10,500 |
| Grace House Akron | Community | $10,000 |
| Greanleaf Family Center | Community | $10,000 |
| International Soap Box Derby Inc | Community | $10,000 |
| Interval Brotherhood Home | Community | $10,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Akron | Community | $10,000 |
| Junior Acheivement of North Central Ohio | Community | $10,000 |
| Musical Arts Association | Community | $10,000 |
| Rape Crisis Center | Community | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army-Summit County | Community | $10,000 |
| United Disability Services | Community | $10,000 |
| Victory Gallop | Community | $10,000 |
| Young Men's Christian Assoc of Akron | Community | $10,000 |
| American National Red Cross of Summit and Portage Counties | Community | $9,000 |
| Family Promise of Summit County Inc | Community | $9,000 |
| Akron Inner City Soccer Club | Community | $8,000 |
| Humane Society of Summit County | Community | $8,000 |
| Tuesday Musical Association | Community | $8,000 |
| Victim Assistance Program | Community | $8,000 |
| Building for Tomorrow | Community | $7,500 |
| Greater Akron Fore Youth Development | Community | $7,500 |
| The Hope Homes Foundation | Community | $7,500 |
| Tri County Jobs for Ohio Graduates | Community | $7,500 |
| Cuyahoga Valley Youth Ballet | Community | $7,000 |
| Crown Point Ecology Center | Community | $6,500 |
| Stewarts's Caring Place | Community | $6,500 |
| Embracing Futures Inc | Community | $6,000 |
| NAMI Summit County | Community | $6,000 |
| South Street Ministries Inc | Community | $6,000 |
| Good Neighbors Inc | Community | $5,500 |
| Akron Art Museum | Community | $5,000 |
| Akron Children's Museum | Community | $5,000 |
| Akron Community Service Center | Community | $5,000 |
| Artsnow | Community | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerry H Welty
- Emily C Welty
- Richard C Fedorovich
- Ronald S Kopp
- Monica Welty Brown
- Chad C Welty
Questions people ask
Does The Welty Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Welty Family Foundation give?
$515,000 in tax year 2025, across 77 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Welty Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jerry H Welty (President), Emily C Welty (Vice President), Richard C Fedorovich (Treasurer) and Ronald S Kopp (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Welty Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and human services.