Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc
In order to envision Ohio as a place where businesses thrive, communities are safe and strong, and public policy supports economic freedom, the Ohio chamber research foundation does its part by promoting a healthy economy in Ohio by exploring strategies and delivering comprehensive, objective research and information.
Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc gave $137K across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $69K), mostly in Ohio. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $137,000
- +301.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- +100.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $68,500
- +100.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $68,500
- Total assets
- $633,120
- +38.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Ohio (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc
Open Grants
2 open opportunities from Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc
Who Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Indian Lake Area Chamber of Commerce ($137K across 2 grants).
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $50–100K range: 2 grants of 3 (67%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $34K (2023) to $137K (2024). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $137K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Russels Point, OH | Emergency Fund Disbursement | $69,000 |
| Indian Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Russels Point, OH | Tornado Emergency Relief Fund- Small Bus Grant | $68,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $633,120 | $610,139 | $545,955 | $137,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $455,850 | $616,192 | $393,225 | $34,151 | 1 |
| 2022 | $199,758 | $25,415 | $127,708 | — | — |
| 2021 | $302,051 | $375,688 | $177,656 | — | — |
| 2020 | $104,019 | $132,655 | $40,761 | — | — |
About Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc
Based on IRS filings
Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Columbus, OH. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $633K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $137K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc is led by Stacy Rastauskas Bretherton, Chairman & President since 2024 (on filings since 2022); none of the 12 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Stacy Rastauskas Bretherton
Chairman & President
Director → President, 2023
President → Chairman & President, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Demetrius Thomas
Executive Director
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brian Hicks
Board Member
President → Director, 2023
Director → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Frank Carrino
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Larry Kidd
Vice President
Vice President → Treasurer, 2023
Treasurer → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maria Haberman
Board Member
Director → Vice President, 2023
Vice President → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Thomas Zaino
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Walt Davis
Board Member
Director → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Megan Reichert
Board Member
Director → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Anya Sanchez
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dave Robinson
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Meredith Whitehead
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (11)
- Former: Justin Barnes (2020–2023) — Executive Director
- Former: Rita Williams (2020–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Tim Snyder (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Tom Zaino (2023) — Director
- Former: Jennifer Osburn (2021–2022) — CFO · Filing note: Term ended 522
- Former: Donna Davis Start (2022) — CFO
- Former: Steve Stivers (2022) — President & CEO
- Former: Andrew Doehrel (2021) — President & CEO · Filing note: Retired sep
- Former: Steve Stivers Hired May (2021) — President & CEO
- Former: Elliot Reed (2020) — Director
- Former: Keith Lake (2020) — Non-Voting 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.
Frequently asked questions about Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc
How much does Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc give each year?
Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc gave $137K across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $34K across 1 grant.
How large is Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc?
Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc reported $633K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $610K.
What is Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc?
Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in Columbus, OH. It holds $633K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc operate?
Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc has awarded grants in Ohio.
What is Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc's EIN?
Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-5568413. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation Inc funds
Community Improvement & Capacity Building Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Leveling-Up Award $1,000 · Due October 25, 2026
- Arnold F. Keller, Jr. Grant for New Initiatives/Program Expansion $25,000 · Due October 27, 2026
- Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants (Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin) $1,000 to $100,000 depending on the scope of the project · Due October 27, 2026
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