Mirolo Charitable Foundation
Mirolo Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Upper Arlington, Ohio. Its 2024 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, all of which went to recipients in Ohio.
Mirolo Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: Mirolo Charitable Foundation gave $184K across 23 grants in 2024 (avg $8K), mostly in Ohio. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $184,000
- +11.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 23
- +360.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $8,000
- -75.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $2,500
- Total assets
- $3,063,218
- +4.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Ohio (100% 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 Mirolo Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1880 Mackenzie Drive 209, Upper Arlington, OH 43220
Phone: (614) 224-9221
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Mirolo Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Open Door Columbus ($69K across 2 grants). Together the top 10 received $167K.
Grant Size Distribution
46 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 39 grants of 46 (85%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to organizations in Ohio. The listed recipients include organizations in Nelsonville, Columbus, Upper Arlington, New Albany, Dublin, and Delaware.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 23 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Mirolo Charitable Foundation gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+4%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 92% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $165K (2023) to $202K (2022). In 2024 it made 23 grants totaling $184K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation for Appalachian Ohio Nelsonville, OH | Support of Exempt Purpose. | $40,000 |
| Open Door Columbus Columbus, OH | Support of Exempt Purpose. | $35,000 |
| Open Door Columbus Columbus, OH | Support of Exempt Purpose. | $33,500 |
| Upper Arlington City School Upper Arlington, OH | Support of Exempt Purpose. | $25,000 |
| New Albany Miracle League New Albany, OH | Support of Exempt Purpose. | $16,500 |
| Ohio Sled Hockey New Albany, OH | Support of Exempt Purpose. | $2,500 |
| Heart of Heart Food Pantry Columbus, OH | Support of Exempt Purpose. | $2,500 |
| St Jude's Children Resaerch Columbus, OH | Support of Exempt Purpose. | $2,500 |
| A Kid Again Dublin, OH | Support of Exempt Purpose. | $2,500 |
| Pilot Dogs Columbus, OH | Support of Exempt Purpose. | $2,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,063,218 | $402,046 | $283,920 | $184,000 | 23 | $184,000 | $301,761 | $199,016 |
| 2023 | $2,938,592 | $296,312 | $247,802 | $165,000 | 5 | $165,000 | $213,510 | $180,024 |
| 2022 | $2,890,082 | $411,864 | $277,344 | $201,500 | 5 | $201,500 | $336,020 | $183,684 |
| 2021 | $2,755,562 | $310,344 | $265,953 | $176,500 | 6 | $176,500 | $220,891 | $200,131 |
| 2020 | $2,711,171 | $370,860 | $252,947 | $175,000 | 7 | — | $292,913 | $172,251 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Mirolo Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $199K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available filing information does not state the foundation’s mission. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations working in areas such as regional philanthropy, guide-dog services, youth shelter and support, and assistance to families raising children with life-threatening conditions. These are descriptions of the grantees’ missions, not stated priorities of the foundation.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 23 grants totaling $184,000. Grant amounts ranged from $1,500 to $40,000, with a median of $2,500. Notable recipients included the Foundation for Appalachian Ohio ($40,000), Open Door Columbus ($35,000 and $33,500), Upper Arlington City School ($25,000), and New Albany Miracle League ($16,500).
The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio describes itself as a regional community foundation serving 32 counties in Appalachian Ohio. Other 2024 grantees describe missions that include providing guide dogs and related services (Pilot Dogs), shelter and guidance for youth (Huckleberry House), and hope and support for families raising children with life-threatening conditions (A Kid Again).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists David Bloomfield Sr. as chair and director, Paul Bloomfield as director, and David S. Bloomfield Jr. as treasurer.
Mirolo Charitable Foundation is led by David Bloomfield Sr., Chair & Director on every filing since 2020; all 3 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
David Bloomfield Sr.
Chair & Director
On filings since 2020
1.5 hrs/week
$13K (2020) → $16K (2024)
Paul Bloomfield
Director
On filings since 2020
1.5 hrs/week
$13K (2020) → $16K (2024)
David S. Bloomfield Jr.
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1.5 hrs/week
$13K (2020) → $16K (2024)
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 $16K, to David Bloomfield Sr (Chair & Director). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Mirolo Charitable Foundation
How much does Mirolo Charitable Foundation give each year?
Mirolo Charitable Foundation gave $184K across 23 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $165K across 5 grants.
What is Mirolo Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
Mirolo Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $2,500, and its average grant was $8,000, across 23 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Mirolo Charitable Foundation give grants?
Mirolo Charitable Foundation gives mostly in Ohio: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Columbus, OH (16 grants), Upper Arlington, OH (2 grants) and New Albany, OH (2 grants).
Who are Mirolo Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
Mirolo Charitable Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Open Door Columbus ($68,500 across 2 grants), Foundation for Appalachian Ohio ($40,000) and Upper Arlington City School ($25,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 73% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Mirolo Charitable Foundation?
Mirolo Charitable Foundation reported $3.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $184K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $199K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Mirolo Charitable Foundation fund?
The available filing information does not state the foundation’s mission. Its 2024 grants included support for organizations working in areas such as regional philanthropy, guide-dog services, youth shelter and support, and assistance to families raising children with life-threatening conditions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Mirolo Charitable Foundation?
The foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Mirolo Charitable Foundation's EIN?
Mirolo Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-1375646. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Mirolo Charitable Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, 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 October 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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