Saul Schottenstein Foundation C
Saul Schottenstein Foundation C is a private foundation based in Columbus, Ohio. In 2024, it reported 65 grants totaling $269,977, with listed awards supporting charitable and religious organizations.
Saul Schottenstein Foundation C at a glance
In short: Saul Schottenstein Foundation C gave $270K across 65 grants in 2024 (avg $4K), mostly in New York. 40% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $269,977
- +100.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 65
- +6.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $4,153
- +88.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $540
- Total assets
- $4,567,121
- +0.2% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 40% first-time grantees (26 of 65, 2024)
- Primary geography
- New York (57% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Saul Schottenstein Foundation C
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. Its filing lists Thomas H Schottenstein, Trustee, as the contact for the application process. Required materials include a copy of the organization’s federal tax-exemption letter showing 501(c)(3) status and a letter detailing the proposed use of funds. If approved, the grantee must agree to return funds not used for the grant’s intended purpose and provide a follow-up letter and/or report for the period in which the funds were expended. The filing notes restrictions under its application-format and required-contents comments.
- Contact
Application contact: Thomas H Schottenstein Trustee
Mailing address: 107 S High St - 3Rd Floor, Columbus, OH 43215
Phone: (614) 463-9730
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Saul Schottenstein Foundation C funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Congregation Lamplighters Shlichus ($100K). Together the top 10 received $221K.
Grant Size Distribution
332 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 323 grants of 332 (97%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Columbus, Ohio. In 2024, 57% of its grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 32% to Florida, 4% to Ohio, 3% to Michigan, and 2% to New Jersey.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 65 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Saul Schottenstein Foundation C open to new grantees?
40%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 26 of 65 grantees (40%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $1K; repeat grants $6K. How we count
Medians: $305 first-time, $900 repeat.
- 46% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 33% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 126% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF 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 $134K (2023) to $400K (2021). In 2024 it made 65 grants totaling $270K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Congregation Lamplighters Shlichus Brooklyn, NY | General Operations | $100,000 |
| Miyad Inc Surfside, FL | General Operations | $57,560 |
| Cong Lamplighters Bal Harbor Surfside, FL | General Operations | $10,502 |
| Aleph Institute Surfside, FL | General Operations | $10,054 |
| Haichel Yeshaye Inc Brooklyn, NY | General Operations | $9,000 |
| Oryah Seminary Columbus, OH | General Operations | $8,063 |
| Institute for Dayanim Southfield, MI | General Operations | $8,060 |
| Chayim V Chesed Inc Brooklyn, NY | General Operations | $6,938 |
| Colel Chabad Brooklyn, NY | General Operations | $5,634 |
| JLC Chabad Miami Beach, FL | General Operations | $5,400 |
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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 | $4,567,121 | $267,461 | $283,807 | $269,977 | 65 | $274,883 | $55,843 | $217,637 |
| 2023 | $4,559,220 | $64,113 | $154,811 | $134,361 | 61 | $142,813 | $68,261 | $209,269 |
| 2022 | $4,645,625 | $162,608 | $283,094 | $242,271 | 66 | $247,219 | $136,383 | $218,623 |
| 2021 | $4,615,198 | $388,622 | $428,179 | $400,158 | 62 | $407,144 | $222,054 | $230,341 |
| 2020 | $4,557,892 | $32,495 | $273,018 | $261,738 | 78 | — | $56,280 | $223,694 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Saul Schottenstein Foundation C reported a distributable amount of $218K for 2024 — 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 mission is not stated in the available information. Its 2024 grants included general-operations support for organizations whose own descriptions include Jewish religious study and scholarship, community services, aid to people in need, and medical and social support.
For example, Institute for Dayanim says it furthers religious study and scholarship and promotes ethical business conduct through qualified adjudicators in Jewish law. Chayim V Chesed says it collects money to help people who cannot afford basic necessities. Bikur Cholim describes providing services such as medical-supply loans, transportation to medical facilities, and patient and family support.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 65 grants totaling $269,977. Awards ranged from $25 to $100,000, with a median of $540. Its largest listed grants were $100,000 to Congregation Lamplighters Shlichus in Brooklyn, New York, and $57,560 to MIYAD Inc in Surfside, Florida. Other notable awards included $10,502 to Cong Lamplighters Bal Harbor, $10,054 to Aleph Institute, and $9,000 to Haichel Yeshaye Inc. The listed grants were designated for general operations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Thomas H Schottenstein is listed as President on the 2024 filing.
Saul Schottenstein Foundation C is led by Thomas H. Schottenstein, President on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Thomas H. Schottenstein
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
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 Saul Schottenstein Foundation C
How much does Saul Schottenstein Foundation C give each year?
Saul Schottenstein Foundation C gave $270K across 65 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $134K across 61 grants.
What is Saul Schottenstein Foundation C's typical grant size?
Saul Schottenstein Foundation C's median grant in 2024 was $540, and its average grant was $4,153, across 65 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Saul Schottenstein Foundation C that year got $1K on average.
Where does Saul Schottenstein Foundation C give grants?
Saul Schottenstein Foundation C gives mostly in New York: 57% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Florida (32%). The most frequent recipient cities were Brooklyn, NY (30 grants), Columbus, OH (7 grants), Surfside, FL (4 grants) and Rochester, NY (3 grants).
Does Saul Schottenstein Foundation C give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Saul Schottenstein Foundation C's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (65 of 65) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Saul Schottenstein Foundation C's largest grantees?
Saul Schottenstein Foundation C's largest 2024 grantees include Congregation Lamplighters Shlichus ($100,000), Miyad Inc ($57,560) and Cong Lamplighters Bal Harbor ($10,502), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 62% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Saul Schottenstein Foundation C?
Saul Schottenstein Foundation C reported $4.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $275K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $218K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Saul Schottenstein Foundation C fund?
The foundation’s mission is not stated in the available information. Its 2024 grants included general-operations support for organizations whose own descriptions include Jewish religious study and scholarship, community services, aid to people in need, and medical and social support. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Saul Schottenstein Foundation C?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Saul Schottenstein Foundation C's EIN?
Saul Schottenstein Foundation C's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-0167574. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Saul Schottenstein Foundation C 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.
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