Vortex Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vortex Foundation is a private foundation in Perrysburg, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $713,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $500,000. 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$713,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$10.6 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $371,000 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $371,000 | 18 | $11.0 million |
| 2024 | $713,000 | 20 | $10.6 million |
How to apply
Vortex 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 Vortex Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 11 | $593,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| South Carolina | 4 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Toledo Community Foundation - Waterfall Fund | Direct charitable support | $500,000 |
| Craig Hospital Foundation | Direct charitable support | $50,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Direct charitable support | $25,000 |
| Toledo Museum Of Art | Direct charitable support | $25,000 |
| Toledo Children's Hospital Foundation | Direct charitable support | $15,000 |
| United Way Of Greater Toledo | Direct charitable support | $15,000 |
| Sunshine Foundation | Direct charitable support | $12,000 |
| AMI Kids | Direct charitable support | $10,000 |
| Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation | Direct charitable support | $10,000 |
| Toledo Community Foundation Friends Campaign | Direct charitable support | $10,000 |
| Coastal Conservation League | Direct charitable support | $5,000 |
| Historic Beaufort Foundation | Direct charitable support | $5,000 |
| YMCA Fort Meigs | Direct charitable support | $5,000 |
| USC Beaufort Festival Series | Direct charitable support | $5,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Direct charitable support | $5,000 |
| The Cradle Foundation | Direct charitable support | $5,000 |
| Historic Woodlawn Cemetery Foundation | Direct charitable support | $4,000 |
| Maumee Valley Country Day School | Direct charitable support | $4,000 |
| Hospice of Northwest Ohio | Direct charitable support | $2,000 |
| Toledo Metroparks Foundation | Direct charitable support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence T Foster
- Diana K Foster
- Amy L Steele
Questions people ask
Does Vortex Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vortex Foundation give?
$713,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Vortex Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lawrence T Foster (Trustee), Diana K Foster (Trustee) and Amy L Steele (Manager).
What does Vortex Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, health and education.