The Cleveland Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cleveland Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $37,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$37,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $832,500 the year before.
25% 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 | $52,500 | 6 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $832,500 | 6 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $37,500 | 4 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
The Cleveland 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $32,500 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Women's Board of Pittsburgh | General support | $5,000 |
| Presbyterian Senior Care Foundation | Presbyterian seniorcare network | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra Cleveland
- Laura Cleveland-Datesman
- Mary Cleveland
- Jay Cleveland Sr
- Jay Cleveland Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Cleveland Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cleveland Family Foundation give?
$37,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Cleveland Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sandra Cleveland (President), Laura Cleveland-Datesman (Vice President), Mary Cleveland (Treasurer) and Jay Cleveland Sr (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.