BLR Foundation Inc
BLR Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Cincinnati, Ohio. In 2024, it reported 17 grants totaling $123,500 to charitable organizations, with most grant dollars going to recipients in Ohio.
BLR Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: BLR Foundation Inc gave $124K across 17 grants in 2024 (avg $7K), mostly in Ohio. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $123,500
- +126.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 17
- +54.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $7,265
- +46.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $2,813,642
- +289.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Ohio (88% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to BLR Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Its filing lists a one-page letter as the application material, no restrictions on awards, and no deadline.
- Contact
Application contact: Robert Edmiston
Mailing address: 537 Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: (513) 361-0444
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who BLR Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Pink Ribbon Girls ($23K). Together the top 10 received $100K.
Grant Size Distribution
50 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 50 grants of 50 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 88% of grant dollars went to recipients in Ohio and 12% to recipients in New Jersey.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 17 itemized grants.
Cities
How BLR Foundation Inc gives
- 59% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 426% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 181% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $24K (2021) to $124K (2024). In 2024 it made 17 grants totaling $124K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pink Ribbon Girls Tipp City, OH | Unrestricted Donation | $22,500 |
| Dakotas Legacy Foundation Columbus, OH | Unrestricted Donation | $15,000 |
| The Mahan Collection Foundation Bernardsville, NJ | Unrestricted Donation | $15,000 |
| Interparish Ministry Cincinnati, OH | Unrestricted Donation | $10,000 |
| Madi's House Cincinnati, OH | Unrestricted Donation | $9,500 |
| Greyhound Athletic Boosters Club Manchester, OH | Unrestricted Donation | $8,000 |
| Anderson Athletic Booster Club Cincinnati, OH | Unrestricted Donation | $5,000 |
| Big Brother Big Sister of Greater Cincinnati Cincinnati, OH | Unrestricted Donation | $5,000 |
| Cincinnati Nature Center Milford, OH | Unrestricted Donation | $5,000 |
| Dayton Hospice Dayton, OH | Unrestricted Donation | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,813,642 | $2,131,108 | $135,176 | $123,500 | 17 | $123,500 | $2,119,407 | $68,199 |
| 2023 | $721,580 | $25,107 | $67,940 | $54,450 | 11 | $54,650 | $16,667 | $41,919 |
| 2022 | $764,413 | $60,519 | $71,620 | $52,000 | 10 | $55,850 | $49,474 | $42,499 |
| 2021 | $775,514 | $123,305 | $38,066 | $23,500 | 8 | $36,316 | $122,721 | $48,800 |
| 2020 | $690,275 | $27,974 | $34,038 | $25,000 | 4 | — | $27,974 | $40,459 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, BLR Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $68K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied activities. For example, Madis House says its mission is to provide a free, non-clinical, judgment-free community for young adults living with mental health challenges or recovering from substance use disorder. Little Miami Conservancy says its mission is to restore and protect the Little Miami State and National Scenic River. House of Bread says its mission is to prevent hunger and build community by serving a free daily lunch and connecting guests with other community services.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 17 grants totaling $123,500. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $22,500, with a median of $5,000. The largest grants included $22,500 to Pink Ribbon Girls, $15,000 each to Dakotas Legacy Foundation and The Mahan Collection Foundation, and $10,000 to Interparish Ministry. Other recipients included Madi’s House ($9,500), Greyhound Athletic Boosters Club ($8,000), and Big Brother Big Sister of Greater Cincinnati ($5,000). The listed grants were described as unrestricted donations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Douglas Evans as president, Reece Evans as secretary/treasurer, and Toya Estes as vice president.
BLR Foundation Inc is led by Douglas L Evans, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Douglas L Evans
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Reece Evans
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Toya Estes
Vice President
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Richard E Evans (2020–2022) — Vice President · Filing note: Ended 92622
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about BLR Foundation Inc
How much does BLR Foundation Inc give each year?
BLR Foundation Inc gave $124K across 17 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $54K across 11 grants.
What is BLR Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
BLR Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $7,265, across 17 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does BLR Foundation Inc give grants?
BLR Foundation Inc gives mostly in Ohio: 88% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was New Jersey (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Cincinnati, OH (8 grants) and Dayton, OH (2 grants).
Does BLR Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of BLR Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (17 of 17) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are BLR Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
BLR Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Pink Ribbon Girls ($22,500), Dakotas Legacy Foundation ($15,000) and The Mahan Collection Foundation ($15,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 43% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is BLR Foundation Inc?
BLR Foundation Inc reported $2.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $124K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $68K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does BLR Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied activities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from BLR Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is BLR Foundation Inc's EIN?
BLR Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-3936633. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does BLR Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). BLR Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 14, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/blr-foundation-inc-morg_966d0041c840486ca33ac83e4f522cb2
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