Final Third Foundation
Final Third Foundation (f3) continues to grow and evolve in central Ohio and through its partner organization in kenya. F3 uses the game of soccer to bring people together, educate, and enrich communities. What began with the likoni community football league in kenya has expanded into a network of programs that unify communities through soccer, literacy, wellness, and environmental learning. Guided by a global mindset and a focus on collective impact, f3 strengthens trust, belonging, and opportunity for youth locally and abroad.in 202425, f3 expanded access and deepened partnerships that strengthen youth development through sport and learning. Along-side key partners like nationwide childrens hospital, the organization helped launch the first columbus city schools region 3 elementary soccer and winter futsal leagues, serving more than 275 students. New collaborations began with whitehall recreation to support youth soccer and coaching education, while a five-year partnership with bexle
Final Third Foundation at a glance
In short: Final Third Foundation gave $6K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $6K), mostly in Ohio. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $5,874
- -57.8% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $5,874
- -57.8% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $5,874
- Total assets
- $155,370
- +69.2% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Ohio (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Final Third Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Community Refugee & Immigrat ($6K).
Grant Size Distribution
6 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 6 grants of 6 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How Final Third Foundation gives
- Giving fell 73% from 2022 to 2025. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $6K (2025) to $22K (2022). In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $6K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Refugee & Immigrat Columbus, OH | Social Services for Immigrants | $5,874 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $155,370 | $930,001 | $870,711 | $5,874 | 1 | $1,998 |
| 2024 | $91,848 | $886,513 | $891,090 | $13,915 | 1 | $297 |
| 2023 | $92,241 | $611,270 | $650,084 | $18,177 | 1 | $2 |
| 2022 | $137,968 | $348,369 | $345,386 | $21,776 | 1 | $4 |
| 2021 | $32,485 | $137,839 | $155,269 | $21,250 | 2 | $4 |
| 2020 | $32,215 | $119,250 | $105,547 | $20,058 | 2 | $2 |
About Final Third Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Final Third Foundation is a public charity focused on Recreation & Sports, based in Columbus, OH. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $155K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $6K. Net investment income was $2K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Final Third Foundation is led by Benjamin Levey, Executive Director since 2021 (on filings since 2020); 1 of 10 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Benjamin Levey
Executive Director
Board Member → Executive Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
60 hrs/week
$4K (2020) → $85K (2025)
Jonathan Ramsden
Board Chairman
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joseph Macklin
Board Member
Secretary → Board Member, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
$280 (2024) → $0 (2025)
Gary Blumberg
Vice Chairman
Assistant Board Chairman & Treasurer → Treasurer & Vice Chair, 2024
Treasurer & Vice Chair → Vice Chairman, 2025
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Obinna Moneme
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brynn Kolada
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Charles Gocken
Treasurer
Board Member → Treasurer, 2025
On filings since 2024
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sam Marcellino
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James Gerdes
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kelsey Gregory
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Charlie Gocken (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Joe Macklin (2020–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Dave Hepler (2022–2023) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $85K, to Benjamin Levey (Executive Dir.).
Frequently asked questions about Final Third Foundation
How much does Final Third Foundation give each year?
Final Third Foundation gave $6K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $14K across 1 grant.
How large is Final Third Foundation?
Final Third Foundation reported $155K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $930K.
What is Final Third Foundation?
Final Third Foundation is a public charity focused on Recreation & Sports, based in Columbus, OH. It holds $155K in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Final Third Foundation operate?
Final Third Foundation has awarded grants in Ohio.
What is Final Third Foundation's EIN?
Final Third Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-4359966. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS April 19, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS September 28, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 19, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS January 31, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS September 30, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS December 1, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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