MLFB Foundation
MLFB Foundation is a private foundation based in Cincinnati, Ohio. In its 2025 filing, it reported contributions to charitable organizations and stated that it makes contributions only to preselected organizations.
MLFB Foundation at a glance
In short: MLFB Foundation gave $43K across 21 grants in 2025 (avg $2K), mostly in Ohio. 33% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $42,824
- +5.8% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 21
- -12.5% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $2,039
- +20.9% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $500
- Total assets
- $564,472
- -2.5% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 33% first-time grantees (7 of 21, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Ohio (83% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to MLFB Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 3536 Raymar Blvd, Cincinnati, OH 45208
Phone: (513) 871-5954
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who MLFB Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Cincinnati Zoo ($27K). Together the top 10 received $39K.
Grant Size Distribution
76 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 76 grants of 76 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 83% of grant dollars went to recipients in Ohio, 8% to Florida, 7% to Texas, and 1% each to Tennessee and Illinois.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 21 itemized grants.
Cities
Is MLFB Foundation open to new grantees?
33%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 7 of 21 grantees (33%) were first-time recipients. With only 21 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $656; repeat grants $3K. How we count
Medians: $500 first-time, $400 repeat.
- 62% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 91% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 182% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2019–2025). 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 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $8K (2023) to $57K (2021). In 2025 it made 21 grants totaling $43K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati Zoo Cincinnati, OH | Charitable Contribution | $27,000 |
| Mercy Ships Lindale, TX | Charitable Contribution | $3,000 |
| The Summit Country Day Cincinnati, OH | Charitable Contribution | $2,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Jacksonville, FL | Charitable Donations | $2,000 |
| St Michael Archangel Cincinnati, OH | Charitable Contributions | $1,000 |
| Siesta Key Kiwanis Club Sarasota, FL | Charitable Donation | $1,000 |
| Friends of Winter Hills Academy Cincinnati, OH | Charitable Donations | $1,000 |
| Cincinnati Symphony Cincinnati, OH | Charitable Contribution | $989 |
| Key Chorale Sarasota, FL | Charitable Contribution | $500 |
| Hyde Park Neighborhood Cincinnati, OH | Charitable Contribution | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $564,472 | $30,989 | $10,502 | $42,824 | 21 | — | $29,370 | $35,428 |
| 2024 | $578,803 | $223,258 | $47,783 | $40,466 | 24 | $47,783 | $23,258 | $26,271 |
| 2023 | $417,379 | $32,515 | $20,736 | $8,036 | 9 | $20,736 | $32,515 | $22,830 |
| 2022 | $375,193 | $-4,700 | $28,307 | $22,400 | 10 | $28,307 | $8,932 | $22,831 |
| 2021 | $436,774 | $130,783 | $63,958 | $57,395 | 12 | $57,395 | $130,783 | $25,732 |
| 2020 | $374,429 | $16,068 | $66,939 | $56,193 | 15 | — | $16,068 | $24,780 |
| 2019 | $423,456 | $423,613 | $46,860 | $42,050 | 20 | — | $121,663 | $16,900 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, MLFB Foundation reported a distributable amount of $35K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filing does not state a mission. Its 2025 grants went to organizations including the Cincinnati Zoo, schools, cultural organizations, charities, and community groups. Among the grantees described in their own words, Key Chorale says it transforms lives through choral programming, education, and community service; Hospice of Cincinnati says it provides compassionate end-of-life care and support; Cincinnati Parks Foundation says it supports conservation and enhancement of city parks and greenspaces; and CISE says it helps urban children access Catholic education.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation made 21 grants totaling $42,824. Grants ranged from $100 to $27,000, with a median of $500. The largest listed grants were $27,000 to Cincinnati Zoo, $3,000 to Mercy Ships, $2,500 to The Summit Country Day, and $2,000 to Wounded Warrior. Other listed grants included $1,000 each to St. Michael Archangel, Siesta Key Kiwanis Club, and Friends of Winter Hills Academy; $989 to Cincinnati Symphony; and $500 each to Key Chorale, Hyde Park Neighborhood, Prostate Cancer Fdn, and Hospice of Cincinnati.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Joseph E. Brinkmeyer as president.
MLFB Foundation is led by Joseph E. Brinkmeyer, President on every filing since 2019 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Joseph E. Brinkmeyer
President
On filings since 2019
8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Mary F. Brinkmeyer (2019–2024) — Vice President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about MLFB Foundation
How much does MLFB Foundation give each year?
MLFB Foundation gave $43K across 21 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $40K across 24 grants.
What is MLFB Foundation's typical grant size?
MLFB Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $500, and its average grant was $2,039, across 21 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from MLFB Foundation that year got $656 on average.
Where does MLFB Foundation give grants?
MLFB Foundation gives mostly in Ohio: 83% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Florida (8%) and Texas (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Cincinnati, OH (15 grants) and Sarasota, FL (2 grants).
Who are MLFB Foundation's largest grantees?
MLFB Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Cincinnati Zoo ($27,000), Mercy Ships ($3,000) and The Summit Country Day ($2,500), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 76% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is MLFB Foundation?
MLFB Foundation reported $564K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $31K.
What does MLFB Foundation fund?
The foundation’s filing does not state a mission. Its 2025 grants went to organizations including the Cincinnati Zoo, schools, cultural organizations, charities, and community groups. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from MLFB Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds; it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is MLFB Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2025, MLFB Foundation reported a distributable amount of $35K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is MLFB Foundation's EIN?
MLFB Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-1449071. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Does MLFB 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 September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS June 30, 2020)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS June 12, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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