Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo
Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo is a public charity based in Sylvania, Ohio. It describes itself as a central address for Jewish philanthropy, community programming, and services for the Jewish community of Northwest Ohio and parts of Southeast Michigan, supporting health, welfare, education, and cultural awareness in the Jewish community and Israel.
Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo at a glance
In short: Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo gave $843K across 33 grants in 2024 (avg $26K), mostly in Ohio. 24% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $842,664
- -47.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 33
- +83.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $25,535
- -71.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $47,555,765
- +4.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 24% first-time grantees (8 of 33, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Ohio (56% 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 Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo
- Contact
Mailing address: 6465 Sylvania Ave, Sylvania, OH 43560
Phone: (419) 885-4461
Website: https://jewishtoledo.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Jewish Federation of North America Inc ($134K). Together the top 10 received $631K.
Grant Size Distribution
124 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 96 grants of 124 (77%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization says it serves the Jewish community of Northwest Ohio and parts of Southeast Michigan. In 2024, 56% of grant dollars went to recipients in Ohio, 25% to New York, 9% to Massachusetts, and 2% each to Florida and Illinois.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 33 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo open to new grantees?
24%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 8 of 33 grantees (24%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $18K; repeat grants $28K. How we count
Medians: $9K first-time, $11K repeat.
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 $843K (2024) to $1.6M (2023). In 2024 it made 33 grants totaling $843K.
*2020: Covers 18 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of North America Inc New York, NY | General Operating Support | $134,375 |
| Chabad House Toledo, OH | General Operating Support | $104,618 |
| Congregation B'nai Israel Sylvania, OH | General Operating Support | $103,902 |
| Harold Grinspoon Foundation Agawam, MA | General Operating Support | $76,173 |
| Temple Shomer Emunim Sylvania, OH | General Operating Support | $57,277 |
| Worldwide Friends Foundationisrael Friends New York, NY | General Operating Support | $50,000 |
| Camp Wise Beachwood, OH | General Operating Support | $43,056 |
| Congregation ETZ Chayim Toledo, OH | General Operating Support | $24,218 |
| UJC Holdings Company Inc Sylvania, OH | General Operating Support | $22,019 |
| The University of Toledo Foundation Toledo, OH | General Operating Support | $15,500 |
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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 | $47,555,765 | $6,611,638 | $5,986,632 | $842,664 | 33 | $1,960,523 |
| 2023 | $45,367,216 | $7,582,171 | $8,551,885 | $1,601,447 | 18 | $1,311,419 |
| 2022 | $54,084,176 | $5,629,920 | $4,771,812 | $1,198,291 | 23 | $919,903 |
| 2021 | $65,082,362 | $6,013,773 | $5,389,840 | $1,546,612 | 22 | $1,907,161 |
| 2020* | $41,198,224 | $12,005,513 | $6,332,801 | $1,066,541 | 28 | $1,121,209 |
*2020: Covers 18 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The mission stated in the organization’s 2024 filing is to support and enhance the health, welfare, education, spiritual life, unity, and continuity of the Jewish community of Toledo and surrounding areas through services and programs. The organization identifies tzedakah, tikkun olam, and gemilut chassidim as guiding values.
The 2024 filing describes services for seniors, families, children, and people experiencing food insecurity, as well as Jewish programming and education. The organization’s website describes its Family Pantry as available to Lucas County residents in need and its financial assistance as serving Jewish individuals and families facing an emergency. Its Toledo Jewish Community Foundation, established in 1980, offers charitable giving vehicles, including donor-advised funds and named endowment funds.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the organization reported 33 grants totaling $842,664. The median grant was $10,000; grants ranged from $5,018 to $134,375. The largest listed grants were $134,375 to Jewish Federation of North America Inc., $104,618 to Chabad House in Toledo, and $103,902 to Congregation B’nai Israel in Sylvania. Other notable grants included $76,173 to the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, $57,277 to Temple Shomer Emunim, and $50,000 to Worldwide Friends Foundation Israel Friends. The listed grants were for general operating support.
The grantees’ stated missions illustrate the kinds of organizations supported. Jewish Federations of North America says it mobilizes philanthropic and social resources to protect and enhance the well-being of Jews worldwide. The Harold Grinspoon Foundation says it helps people connect to Jewish values, faith, traditions, and culture and build vibrant Jewish communities. Worldwide Friends Foundation describes its Israel Friends and Ukraine Friends programs as humanitarian missions launched in response to emergencies.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The organization’s website lists David Berland as president, Marcy Kuehnle as vice president, Rosemary Chaban as secretary, Rochelle Barmash as treasurer, and Mark Greenblatt as immediate past president. Its 2024 filing lists Stephen Rothschild as chief executive officer and Mark Greenblatt as president, along with David Berland as vice president, Chad Kripke as treasurer, and Tamara Green as secretary. The website lists Matt Kripke as chair of the Toledo Jewish Community Foundation.
Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo is led by Stephen Rothschild, Chief Executive Officer since 2021 (on filings since 2020); 1 of 18 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Stephen Rothschild
Chief Executive Officer
Executive Director → Chief Executive Officer, 2021
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$166K (2020) → $199K (2024)
Mark Greenblatt
President
Treasurer → Vice President, 2021
Vice President → President, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ross Chaban
Trustee
Jfs President → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tom Kasle
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matt Kripke
Trustee
Trustee & Tjcf Chairman → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lindsay Folkerth
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marcy Kuehnle
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rosemary Chaban
Trustee
On filings since 2023
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Christina Katz
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Maara Fink-Hamilton
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mike Tamor
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Laurie Gross
Immediate Past President
Vice President → President, 2021
President → Immediate Past President, 2023
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tamara Green
Secretary
Trustee → Secretary, 2021
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chad Kripke
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Berland
Vice President
Trustee → Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Joel Beren
Lifetime Honoree
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richard Greenblatt
Lifetime Honoree
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Nathanson
Lifetime Honoree
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (19)
- Former: Ken Brochin (2020–2023) — Trustee & Jss President
- Former: Sue Ann Hochberg (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Tina Stieben (2020–2023) — Chief Financial Officer
- Former: Julie Romanoff (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Lauren Sachs (2021–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Benjamin Malczewski (2022–2023) — Vice President Senior Family & Social Services
- Former: Marc Jacobson (2023) — Trustee & Congr Committee Representative
- Former: Richard Rusgo (2020–2022) — Immediate Past President
- Former: Adam Goldberg (2021–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Kate Theise (2021–2022) — Trustee
- Former: Arleen Levine (2020–2021) — Tjcf Director
- Former: Dan Steinberg (2020–2021) — Tjcf Chairman
- Former: Cory Russell (2020) — Synagogue Representative
- Former: Eric Dubow (2020) — Immediate Past President
- Former: Gail Mirrow (2020) — Synagogue Representative
- Former: Gary Delman (2020) — Secretary
- Former: Joanne Rubin (2020) — Tbje President
- Former: Sheila Odesky (2020) — Campaign Chair
- Former: Steve Marcus (2020) — Synagogue Representative
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 $199K, to Stephen Rothschild (Chief Executive Officer).
Frequently asked questions about Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo
How much does Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo give each year?
Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo gave $843K across 33 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.6M across 18 grants.
What is Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo's typical grant size?
Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $25,535, across 33 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo that year got $18K on average.
Where does Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo give grants?
Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo gives mostly in Ohio: 56% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were New York (25%) and Massachusetts (9%). The most frequent recipient cities were Toledo, OH (9 grants), New York, NY (5 grants), Sylvania, OH (3 grants) and Columbus, OH (2 grants).
Does Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (33 of 33) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo's largest grantees?
Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo's largest 2024 grantees include Jewish Federation of North America Inc ($134,375), Chabad House ($104,618) and Congregation B'nai Israel ($103,902), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo?
Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo reported $47.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $6.6M.
What does Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo fund?
The mission stated in the organization’s 2024 filing is to support and enhance the health, welfare, education, spiritual life, unity, and continuity of the Jewish community of Toledo and surrounding areas through services and programs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo?
Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check jewishtoledo.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo's EIN?
Jewish Federation of Greater Toledo's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-4428259. 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 11, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS September 11, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS October 24, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 31, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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