The Conway Family Foundation
The Conway Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Cleveland, Ohio. In 2024, it made 14 grants totaling $134,500 to organizations in Ohio, supporting activities that included animal care and conservation, food assistance, student tuition assistance, community outreach, and services for people with disabilities.
The Conway Family Foundation at a glance
In short: The Conway Family Foundation gave $135K across 14 grants in 2024 (avg $10K), mostly in Ohio. 0% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $134,500
- +2.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 14
- -17.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $9,607
- +24.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $123,726
- +296.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 0% first-time grantees (0 of 14, 2024; small sample)
- 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. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Conway Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states on its 2024 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 241062, Cleveland, OH 44124
Phone: (216) 431-1600
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Conway Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Cleveland Zoological Society ($37K). Together the top 10 received $127K.
Grant Size Distribution
80 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 80 grants of 80 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for 2024 went to recipients in Ohio.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Conway Family Foundation open to new grantees?
0%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 0 of 14 grantees (0%) were first-time recipients. With only 14 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. How we count
- 93% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−8%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above 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 $132K (2023) to $174K (2022). In 2024 it made 14 grants totaling $135K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Zoological Society Cleveland, OH | Support the Care and Conservation of Animals | $37,000 |
| Cleveland Food Bank Cleveland, OH | Provide Food for School Children | $30,000 |
| Welsh Academy Cleveland, OH | Student Tuition Assistance | $10,000 |
| Westside Catholic Center Cleveland, OH | Assists All in Need of Food Clothing Shelter | $10,000 |
| Laurel School Beachwood, OH | Student Tuition Assistance | $10,000 |
| University Hospital-Miracle Fund Cleveland, OH | To Help Those in Need | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities Cleveland, OH | Support and Promote Community Outreach | $5,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Sports Cleveland, OH | Community Development Through Sports | $5,000 |
| Vocational Guidance Services Cleveland, OH | To Help Individuals with Disabilities | $5,000 |
| Boys Girls Club Cleveland, OH | Provide safe fun place for kids in city enviromen | $5,000 |
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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 | $123,726 | $229,455 | $136,970 | $134,500 | 14 | $134,500 | $175 | $5,571 |
| 2023 | $31,241 | $130,016 | $134,112 | $131,500 | 17 | $131,500 | $130,016 | $4,371 |
| 2022 | $35,337 | $61,078 | $183,344 | $174,000 | 14 | $174,000 | $61,078 | $10,275 |
| 2021 | $157,603 | $250,014 | $152,861 | $146,100 | 16 | $146,100 | $150,014 | $15,941 |
| 2020 | $60,450 | $113,986 | $176,524 | $168,805 | 19 | — | $79,130 | $11,898 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Conway Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $6K 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
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants supported organizations working in areas including animal care and conservation, food assistance, education, community services, sports, nature preservation, and support for people with disabilities.
The Cleveland Zoological Society describes itself as the nonprofit partner of Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, raising awareness, securing private donations, and providing operating and conservation funding. Laurel School says its mission is to inspire each girl to fulfill her promise and better the world. Vocational Guidance Services describes its work as creating pathways for people with disabilities to engage in the community, achieve greater independence, and attain employment. Boys & Girls Club describes its work as providing recreation, education, and safety for boys and girls.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $134,500 through 14 grants. Grants ranged from $500 to $37,000, with a median grant of $5,000.
The largest 2024 grants included $37,000 to the Cleveland Zoological Society for animal care and conservation, $30,000 to the Cleveland Food Bank to provide food for school children, and $10,000 each to Welsh Academy and Laurel School for student tuition assistance. Other grants included $10,000 to Westside Catholic Center for assistance with food, clothing, and shelter; $10,000 to University Hospital-Miracle Fund to help those in need; and $5,000 each to Catholic Charities, Greater Cleveland Sports, Vocational Guidance Services, and Boys Girls Club.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Michael Conway as trustee-treasurer; Tom Fistek, Courtney Conway, Patrick Flanagan, and James Conway as trustees; Kara Moore as trustee-secretary; Kristen Fistek as trustee-president; and Mary Conway as trustee.
The Conway Family Foundation's 2024 filing lists 8 officers; none of the 8 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Courtney Conway
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
James V. Conway
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Mary Conway
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Patrick M. Flanagan
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Tom Fistek
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Kara Moore
Trusteesecretary
Trustee & Secretary → Trusteesecretary, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kristen Fistek
Trusteepresident
Trustee & President → Trusteepresident, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Conway
Trusteetreasurer
Trustee & Treasurer → Trusteetreasurer, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
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 The Conway Family Foundation
How much does The Conway Family Foundation give each year?
The Conway Family Foundation gave $135K across 14 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $132K across 17 grants.
What is The Conway Family Foundation's typical grant size?
The Conway Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $9,607, across 14 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Conway Family Foundation give grants?
The Conway Family 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 Cleveland, OH (13 grants).
Does The Conway Family Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 14 grants with a stated purpose on The Conway Family Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Conway Family Foundation's largest grantees?
The Conway Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Cleveland Zoological Society ($37,000), Cleveland Food Bank ($30,000) and Welsh Academy ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 57% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Conway Family Foundation?
The Conway Family Foundation reported $124K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $135K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $6K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Conway Family Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants supported organizations working in areas including animal care and conservation, food assistance, education, community services, sports, nature preservation, and support for people with disabilities. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Conway Family Foundation?
The foundation states on its 2024 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Conway Family Foundation's EIN?
The Conway Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-1964921. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Conway Family 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.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The Conway Family Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 21, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-conway-family-foundation-morg_4e387311842748399e07b48a50fb66a4
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