BMD Foundation
BMD Foundation is a private foundation based in Akron, Ohio. Its 2024 grants supported organizations including a university foundation, arts and cultural organizations, health charities, and community organizations.
BMD Foundation at a glance
In short: BMD Foundation gave $157K across 36 grants in 2024 (avg $4K), mostly in Ohio. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $157,000
- +67.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 36
- +2.9% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $4,361
- +62.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,500
- Total assets
- $115,366
- -33.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Ohio (89% 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 BMD Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Applicants should contact BMD Foundation and provide the amount requested, proof of exempt status, and a description of the program for which the grant is being solicited. The filing lists no restrictions on awards.
- Review Cycle
- Ongoing.
- Deadline
- Ongoing.
- Contact
Application contact: Bmd Foundation
Mailing address: 75 East Market Street, Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (330) 253-2758
Email: lswalko@bmdllc.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who BMD Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was The University of Akron Foundation ($44K). Together the top 10 received $108K.
Grant Size Distribution
113 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 113 grants of 113 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 89% of grant dollars went to recipients in Ohio and 10% to recipients in Florida. The filing also reports a 0% share for Tennessee.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 36 itemized grants.
Cities
How BMD Foundation gives
- 50% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 3205% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2021 it paid out 502% 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 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $5K (2021) to $157K (2024). In 2024 it made 36 grants totaling $157K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Akron Foundation Akron, OH | Donation | $43,750 |
| Meridian Health Care Youngstown, OH | Donation | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross Akron, OH | Donation | $10,000 |
| NCH Naples, FL | Donation | $10,000 |
| Iapbc Akron, OH | Donation | $9,500 |
| Akron Soul Train Akron, OH | Donation | $5,000 |
| Hattie Larlham Mantua, OH | Donation | $5,000 |
| American Heart Association Cleveland, OH | Donation | $5,000 |
| Marketplace Solutions Youngstown, OH | Donation | $5,000 |
| Ohio Council for Home Care Hospice Columbus, OH | 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 | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $115,366 | $98,500 | $157,459 | $157,000 | 36 | $157,000 | — |
| 2023 | $174,325 | $98,500 | $93,840 | $93,840 | 35 | $93,840 | — |
| 2022 | $169,665 | $156,964 | $112,379 | $111,403 | 40 | $111,403 | — |
| 2021 | $125,080 | $130,000 | $4,920 | $4,750 | 2 | $4,750 | $947 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for BMD Foundation is provided. Its 2024 recipients included organizations working in education, arts, health, family services, and business promotion. For example, the University of Akron Foundation says it secures and manages philanthropic gifts for scholarships, academic programs, and campus improvements. Akron Soul Train describes its work as providing paid residencies and resources to Ohio-based artists. The Greater Akron Chamber says it promotes business in the tri-county area.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation awarded 36 grants totaling $157,000. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $43,750, with a median grant of $2,500. The largest awards included $43,750 to the University of Akron Foundation; $10,000 each to Meridian Health Care, the American Red Cross, and NCH; and $9,500 to IAPBC. Other notable grants included $5,000 to Akron Soul Train, Hattie Larlham, the American Heart Association, Marketplace Solutions, and the Ohio Council for Home Care Hospice.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Anthony S Manna as chairman, John T Diamond as president, Lee S Walko as secretary, Matthew A Heinle as vice president, and Priscilla A Grant as treasurer.
BMD Foundation is led by John T Diamond, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
John T Diamond
President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Anthony S Manna
Chairman
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Lee S Walko
Secretary
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matthew A Heinle
Vice President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Priscilla A Grant
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "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 BMD Foundation
How much does BMD Foundation give each year?
BMD Foundation gave $157K across 36 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $94K across 35 grants.
What is BMD Foundation's typical grant size?
BMD Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $2,500, and its average grant was $4,361, across 36 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does BMD Foundation give grants?
BMD Foundation gives mostly in Ohio: 89% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Florida (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Akron, OH (17 grants), Cleveland, OH (3 grants), Youngstown, OH (2 grants) and Columbus, OH (2 grants).
Does BMD Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 36 grants with a stated purpose on BMD Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Donation" (35 grants).
Who are BMD Foundation's largest grantees?
BMD Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include The University of Akron Foundation ($43,750), Meridian Health Care ($10,000) and American Red Cross ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is BMD Foundation?
BMD Foundation reported $115K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $99K.
What does BMD Foundation fund?
No mission statement for BMD Foundation is provided. Its 2024 recipients included organizations working in education, arts, health, family services, and business promotion. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from BMD Foundation?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is BMD Foundation's EIN?
BMD Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 84-3660606. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Does BMD Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, 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
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). BMD Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 15, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/bmd-foundation-morg_540dd9945bcc44a280c565e79df25df8
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