Community West Foundation is a philanthropic nonprofit organization based in Westlake, Ohio, dedicated to supporting basic needs programs and services in the greater Cleveland area. The foundation operates as a public charity with a focus on helping vulnerable populations restore dignity through grants to nonprofit organizations that address food insecurity, homelessness, healthcare access, and related social services.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$170.9M
+9.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$5.6M
Grant Count
138
Avg Grant Size
$41K
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To advance the health and well-being of the community, guided by Matthew 25 verses 35-40.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Food assistance and prevention of food insecurity
- Shelter for the unhoused
- Physical and mental health care
- Addiction recovery programs
- Support for refugees and immigrants
- Reintegration services for the formerly incarcerated
- Healthcare initiatives through partnerships with Cleveland Clinic Fairview and Lutheran Hospitals
- Nursing education and workforce development
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$5,091–$479,435
Review Cycle
to committee review
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Western Cuyahoga County, Ohio
- Lorain County, Ohio
The foundation also makes grants to tax-exempt organizations throughout the United States, though primary focus remains on the western Cleveland region.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets:
- Total assets (2023): $156.7M–$170.9M
Annual Activity:
- Total revenue (2023): $10.3M
- Total expenses (2023): $8.15M
- Annual giving: $12.4M+ (estimated)
Operational Structure:
- Operates a donor-advised fund
- Tax-exempt status: 501(c)(3) since February 2003
- EIN: 34-1456398
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $170,880,412 | $156,706,579 | $135,086,082 |
| Revenue | $14,311,488 | $10,268,164 | $9,529,436 |
| Expenses | $8,591,325 | $8,149,947 | $8,754,048 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $10,858,784 | $5,133,040 | $5,573,196 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
150 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from Community West Foundation
Community Impact Fund
COMMUNITY WEST FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Community West Foundation Grants
COMMUNITY WEST FOUNDATION
Amount
US $5,000 - US $125,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
General Grants Program
COMMUNITY WEST FOUNDATION
Amount
Varies
Deadline
July 3, 2026
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Cleveland Metroparks ($349,739), Building Hope in the City ($149,750), Community Service Alliance ($110,700).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A PLACE 4 ME COLLABORATIVE CLEVELAND, OH | GRANT# 24.32 - GENERAL SUPPORT, COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANTS, DONOR ADVISED GRANTS, AND GRANTS WITH DONOR RESTRICTIONS | $46,900 |
| AMERICANS MAKING IMMIGRANTS SAFE CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, OH | GRANT# 24.01 - GENERAL SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT | $6,400 |
| AVON AVON LAKE COMMUNITY RESOURCE SERVICES INC AVON LAKE, OH | GRANT# 24.92 - GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT | $12,700 |
| BAY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH CLEVELAND, OH | GRANT# 24.61 - BRIDGE CLE GENERAL SUPPORT, COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT BRIDGE CLE, AND DONOR ADVISED GRANTS | $64,700 |
| BECK CENTER FOR THE ARTS LAKEWOOD, OH | GRANT# 24.68 - GENERAL SUPPORT FOR ART THERAPY, COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT, PRESIDENTIAL GRANTS, AND DONOR ADVISED GRANTS | $41,200 |
| BEYOND THE WALLS CHURCH ELYRIA, OH | GRANT# 24.02 - GENERAL SUPPORT, AND COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT | $19,200 |
| BLESSING HOUSE ELYRIA, OH | GRANT# 24.33 - GENERAL SUPPORT, AND COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT | $35,900 |
| BLOSSOM HILL INC WESTLAKE, OH | GRANT# 24.69 - GENERAL SUPPORT, COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT, AND DONOR ADVISED GRANTS | $32,050 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF NORTHEAST OHIO LORAIN, OH | GRANT# 24.22 - GENERAL SUPPORT, PRESIDENTIAL GRANTS, AND COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT | $32,400 |
| BUILDING HOPE IN THE CITY CLEVELAND, OH | GRANT #24.11 - HOPE CENTER GENERAL SUPPORT, COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT, DONOR ADVISED GRANTS, PRESIDENTIAL GRANTS | $149,750 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
President & Chief Executive Officer: Martin J. Uhle
Staff: 5 employees
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| BACON MARK E | GRANTS COMMITTEE | 1.2 | — |
| BOBST PAMELA E | COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMI | 0.6 | — |
| BUEGLER REV DAVID | GRANTS COMMITTEE | 1 | — |
| COTTER DANIEL B | FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR | 1 | — |
| DEGRANDIS FRED M | COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMI | 0.6 | — |
| FANCHER REV JON M | COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMI | 1 | — |
| FOSTER VICKI B | GRANTS COMM. CHAIR | 1.7 | — |
| FRUCHEY MICHAEL W | COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMM. CHAIR | 1.3 | — |
| HARRINGTON CHRISTOPHER BH | CHAIR OF THE BOARD | 2.2 | — |
| HESSLER DAVID J | SEC./TREASURER/GRANTS COMM | 1.3 | — |
| JACOBUS BARBARA | GRANTS COMMITTEE | 1.2 | — |
| KANNENBERG KAREN | COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMI | 1 | — |
| LAMB MD STEVEN A | COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMI | 0.6 | — |
| MCMAKEN AMY | BOARD VICE CHAIR/AUDIT COM. CHAIR | 1.6 | — |
| MILLER GEORGE D | INVESTMENT & FINANCE COMMITTEE | 1.2 | — |
| MORITZ JEFFREY C | INVESTMENT COMM. CHAIR | 1.3 | — |
| OATEY WILLIAM R | GRANTS COMMITTEE | 1.2 | — |
| RAJ MD JOYESH | COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMI | 0.3 | — |
| ROMANELLO MICHAEL G | INVESTMENT COMMITTEE | 0.4 | — |
| UHLE MARTIN J | PRESIDENT AND CEO | 45 | $311,487 |
| WARREN JR ROBERT | COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COMMI | 0.6 | — |
| ROTH DANIEL J | VICE PRESIDENT AND CFO | 45 | $198,096 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**2024 Q1:** Community West Foundation awarded over $780,000 in first quarter grants to support key mission areas
Community West Foundation Awards Over $780K in First Quarter Grants to Support**2024:** Distributed $1.4 million in grants to local nonprofits
Community West Foundation Distributes $1.4 Million in Grants - The Villager**2024:** Invested over $546,400 in local nonprofits to strengthen communities
Community West Foundation Invests Over $546,400 in Local Nonprofits to Strengthen**2024:** Community Impact Fund distributed $748,000 in additional funds beyond the $3.1M in quarterly awards
Community West Foundation Awards Over $780K in First Quarter Grants to SupportThe foundation supports 100+ nonprofit organizations across Cleveland, Western Cuyahoga, and Lorain Counties
Community West Foundation Invests Over $546,400 in Local Nonprofits to StrengthenContact Information
Address: 821 Westpoint Parkway, Suite 900, Westlake, OH 44145-1521
Phone: 440-360-7370
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Community West Foundation fund?
**Mission:** To advance the health and well-being of the community, guided by Matthew 25 verses 35-40. **Primary Focus Areas:** • Food assistance and prevention of food insecurity • Shelter for the unhoused • Physical and mental health care • Addiction recovery programs • Support for refugees and immigrants • Reintegration services for the formerly incarcerated • Healthcare initiatives through partnerships with Cleveland Clinic Fairview and Lutheran Hospitals • Nursing education and workforce d…
How do I apply for a grant from Community West Foundation?
**Grant Programs:** • Community Impact Fund: Quarterly grant distributions to nonprofit organizations • Cleveland Clinic Hospital Grants: Supporting healthcare initiatives • Nursing Scholarship Program: Educational support for nursing students • Nursing Loan Repayment Program: Supporting nurses at Lutheran Hospital **Grant Activity:** • Total giving (2023): $6,473,661 • Community Impact Fund awarded $3.1M to grantees in 2024 • Additional $748K distributed from Community Impact Fund in 2024 • Ty…
Where does Community West Foundation make grants?
• Cleveland, Ohio • Western Cuyahoga County, Ohio • Lorain County, Ohio The foundation also makes grants to tax-exempt organizations throughout the United States, though primary focus remains on the western Cleveland region.
What size grants does Community West Foundation award?
In 2024, Community West Foundation awarded 138 grants totaling $5.6M — an average of about $41K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Community West Foundation's EIN?
Community West Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-1456398. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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