Greene County Community Foundation
Greene County Community Foundation, which operates as Greene Giving, is a public charity based in Xenia, Ohio. Established in 2001, it supports charitable needs and quality of life in Greene County through philanthropy, grantmaking, donor services, and support for local nonprofit organizations.
Greene County Community Foundation at a glance
In short: Greene County Community Foundation gave $2.5M across 48 grants in 2024 (avg $53K), mostly in Ohio. 29% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,540,936
- +87.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 48
- +6.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $52,936
- +75.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $11,250
- Total assets
- $27,198,807
- +5.9% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 29% first-time grantees (14 of 48, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Ohio (97% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Greene County Community Foundation
- Contact
Mailing address: 941 W 2Nd Street, Xenia, OH 45385
Phone: (937) 458-2064
Website: https://greenegiving.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Greene County Community Foundation
Who Greene County Community Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Kirkmont Presbyterian Church ($849K). Together the top 10 received $2.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
262 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 220 grants of 262 (84%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Greene County, Ohio, is the stated geographic focus of the foundation’s community work and of the two listed grant programs. In 2024, 97% of grant dollars went to recipients in Ohio. The filing also reports grants to recipients in Florida and Maryland, and smaller shares to recipients in Michigan and North Carolina.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 48 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Greene County Community Foundation open to new grantees?
29%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 14 of 48 grantees (29%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $49K; repeat grants $55K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $13K repeat.
- 56% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+9%). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). 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 $1.4M (2023) to $2.5M (2024). In 2024 it made 48 grants totaling $2.5M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkmont Presbyterian Church Beavercreek, OH | Facilities/Support | $848,616 |
| Hall Hunger Initiative Yellow Springs, OH | General Support | $461,191 |
| Xenia Community Schools Xenia, OH | Capital Proj Grants | $345,313 |
| Greeneview Local Schools Jamestown, OH | STEM Program | $85,500 |
| Village of Spring Valley Spring Valley, OH | Pickleball/Cap Proj | $65,366 |
| City of Fairborn Fairborn, OH | Less Burden of Govt | $64,671 |
| City of Beavercreek Beavercreek, OH | Dare Class/Vehicle | $61,154 |
| Ohio Governor's Imagination Library Dublin, OH | Books/Education | $58,896 |
| Greene County Edu Svc Center Yellow Springs, OH | General Operating | $48,734 |
| Fairborn Parks Foundation Fairborn, OH | Park Upgrade | $48,255 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $27,198,807 | $5,272,187 | $3,848,384 | $2,540,936 | 48 | $1,729,926 |
| 2023 | $25,691,455 | $3,834,340 | $2,670,526 | $1,354,649 | 45 | $765,779 |
| 2022 | $22,873,397 | $2,278,070 | $2,669,732 | $1,540,965 | 54 | $409,077 |
| 2021 | $25,838,070 | $4,190,925 | $3,848,637 | $2,326,573 | 50 | $1,101,709 |
| 2020 | $23,262,557 | $7,075,168 | $2,775,614 | $1,625,038 | 65 | $549,804 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is “to lead in the advancement of philanthropy to enhance the quality of life in Greene County and beyond for current generations and those to follow.” Its filing describes activities promoting the well-being of Greene County residents and participating in projects, events, and activities that lessen the burdens of local government.
The foundation supports a range of charitable organizations. Among its 2024 grantees, South Community said its mission is to improve quality of life and behavioral health for children, adults, and families in the Greater Miami Valley. United Rehabilitation Services of Dayton described providing day, vocational, therapy, and support services for people with disabilities or other special needs and their families. Other 2024 grantees included Dayton Children’s Hospital Foundation, which said it exists solely to benefit Dayton Children’s Hospital, and 4 Paws for Ability, which said it trains service dogs for people with physical and hidden disabilities.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 48 grants totaling $2,540,936. Grant amounts ranged from $5,250 to $848,616, with a median grant of $11,250.
The largest reported grants included $848,616 to Kirkmont Presbyterian Church for facilities/support, $461,191 to Hall Hunger Initiative for general support, and $345,313 to Xenia Community Schools for capital project grants. Other recipients included Greeneview Local Schools, which received $85,500 for a STEM program, and the Village of Spring Valley, which received $65,366 for a pickleball/capital project.
The foundation’s website lists the Small Grants Program and Silver Friends Golden Paws Senior Pet Care as available programs. The Small Grants Program supports permanent or semi-permanent capital items, with awards limited to $1,000 or less. Eligible applicants are generally 501(c)(3) charitable organizations; non-501(c)(3) organizations may be considered if they document charitable activity. Applicants must benefit Greene County, Ohio. The website directs applicants to complete the request form and submit it with a project overview.
Silver Friends Golden Paws supports animal-based nonprofit programs that help senior citizens care for their pets. Its website says non-501(c)(3) organizations may also be considered if they document charitable activity benefiting seniors who need assistance caring for their pets. Listed priorities include seniors with limited incomes, pets serving as primary companions, abuse or neglect cases, and exceptional circumstances. Eligible uses include veterinary services and medications; routine spay and neuter services and routine veterinary care are listed among uses the grant should not support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Paul Dillaplain as chair, Jane Newton as vice chair, Paige Sharbaugh as secretary, Jeff Brock as “Executive DI,” and Edward Marrinan as president. It also lists Robert Baird, Joan Dautel, Anne Gerard, Joe Harkleroad, and Gussie Jones as directors.
Greene County Community Foundation is led by Edward Marrinan, President on every filing since 2020; 1 of 26 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Edward Marrinan
President
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Dillaplain
Chair
Director → Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Anne Gerard
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ed Phillips
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Fran O'Shaughnessy
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Fred Pumroy
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gussie Jones
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jerry Pfeifer
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joan Dautel
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joe Harkleroad
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marcia Meyer O'Rourke
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Schutter
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary Nutter
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Mayer
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paul Newman
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Baird
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Shaun Nicholson
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Donald Hollister
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Daniel Kirkpatrick
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joseph Stadnicar
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Thomas Kirsch
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Suzette Castonguay
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeff Brock
Executive Di
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$21K (2024)
Jane Newton
Vice Chair
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paige Sharbaugh
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eric Anderson
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (9)
- Former: Richard Kappel (2023) — Director
- Former: Alison Pifer-Jenks (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Dan Kirkpatrick (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: David Bartlett (2020–2022) — Treasurer
- Former: Joe Stadnicar (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Matthew Pauley (2020–2022) — Chair
- Former: Rick Kappel (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Jamie Hensley (2020) — Director
- Former: Phil Cunningham (2020) — Director
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $21K, to Jeff Brock (Executive Di).
Frequently asked questions about Greene County Community Foundation
How much does Greene County Community Foundation give each year?
Greene County Community Foundation gave $2.5M across 48 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.4M across 45 grants.
What is Greene County Community Foundation's typical grant size?
Greene County Community Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $11,250, and its average grant was $52,936, across 48 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Greene County Community Foundation that year got $49K on average.
Where does Greene County Community Foundation give grants?
Greene County Community Foundation gives mostly in Ohio: 97% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Dayton, OH (9 grants), Beavercreek, OH (8 grants), Xenia, OH (5 grants) and Yellow Springs, OH (4 grants).
Does Greene County Community Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 50% of Greene County Community Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (24 of 48) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are Greene County Community Foundation's largest grantees?
Greene County Community Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Kirkmont Presbyterian Church ($848,616), Hall Hunger Initiative ($461,191) and Xenia Community Schools ($345,313), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 65% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Greene County Community Foundation?
Greene County Community Foundation reported $27.2M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $5.3M.
What does Greene County Community Foundation fund?
The organization’s stated mission is “to lead in the advancement of philanthropy to enhance the quality of life in Greene County and beyond for current generations and those to follow.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Greene County Community Foundation?
Greene County Community Foundation has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check greenegiving.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Greene County Community Foundation's EIN?
Greene County Community Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-1751001. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 10, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 9, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 4, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Greene County Community Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 17, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/greene-county-community-foundation-morg_62af708b316c4d149e21b1756a58c9b0
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