Vermilion River Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vermilion River Foundation is a private foundation in Vermilion, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $106,750 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $6,125 and the largest $75,000. 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$106,750
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$6,125
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $5,000 | 2 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $106,750 | 6 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Vermilion River 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 Vermilion River Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 5 | $96,750 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Museum of the Great Lakes | General fund | $75,000 |
| St Mary's Catholic Parish | General fund | $15,000 |
| St Isabel Parish | General fund | $10,000 |
| Path and Green | General fund | $2,250 |
| Main Street Vermilion | General fund | $2,250 |
| Bay Village Tree Conservancy | General fund | $2,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Diana Szambecki
- Anthony E Szambecki
- Shea Loper
- Lee Szambecki
- David J Loper
- Kathryn M Szambecki
Questions people ask
Does Vermilion River Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vermilion River Foundation give?
$106,750 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $6,125.
Who runs Vermilion River Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Diana Szambecki (President/Treasurer), Anthony E Szambecki (Vice President/Asst. Treasurer), Shea Loper (Secretary) and Lee Szambecki (Asst. Secretary/Asst. Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Vermilion River Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.