W Stephenson Fnd
Accepts applications
W Stephenson Fnd is a private foundation in Columbus, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $194,800 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,650 and the largest $80,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$194,800
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,650
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $167,455 the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 | $87,530 | 15 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $167,455 | 14 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $194,800 | 8 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Don Miksch 39 Public Square, Medina, OH 44256 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (330) 764-7263 |
| What to submit | No formal application |
What W Stephenson Fnd funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 8 | $194,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Medina County Sheriff's Office | General operating | $80,000 |
| Medina County Historical Society | General operating | $75,000 |
| Leadership Medina County | General operating | $15,000 |
| Wadsworth Area Historical Society | General operating | $8,300 |
| Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church | General operating | $7,000 |
| Second Baptist Church | General operating | $5,000 |
| Ormaco Inc | General operating | $3,000 |
| Fellowship Baptist Church | General operating | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James Shields
- Dennis Hanwell
- Richard Stephenson
- Don Miksch
- Huntington National Bank
Questions people ask
Does W Stephenson Fnd accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does W Stephenson Fnd give?
$194,800 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,650.
Who runs W Stephenson Fnd?
Its 2025 filing lists James Shields (Trustee), Dennis Hanwell (Trustee), Richard Stephenson (Trustee) and Don Miksch (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does W Stephenson Fnd fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.