The G2 R2 Foundation
The G2 R2 Foundation is a private foundation based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Its 2024 filing reports 12 grants totaling $72,200, all to organizations in Ohio; the filing records grant purposes including technology improvements, expansion of key programs, and faculty support.
The G2 R2 Foundation at a glance
In short: The G2 R2 Foundation gave $72K across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $6K), mostly in Ohio. 50% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $72,200
- +13.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- +33.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $6,017
- -14.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $509,975
- +3.1% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 50% first-time grantees (6 of 12, 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 G2 R2 Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 250 East Fifth Street 285, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Phone: (513) 721-3000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The G2 R2 Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Xavier University ($20K). Together the top 10 received $69K.
Grant Size Distribution
44 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 44 grants of 44 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Ohio. Listed recipients were in Cincinnati or Mason, Ohio.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The G2 R2 Foundation open to new grantees?
50%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 6 of 12 grantees (50%) were first-time recipients. With only 12 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $3K; repeat grants $9K. How we count
Medians: $3K first-time, $6K repeat.
- 50% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 26% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 76% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2019–2024). 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 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $50K (2019) to $72K (2024). In 2024 it made 12 grants totaling $72K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Xavier University Cincinnati, OH | Technology improvements, expansion of key programs, support for faculty | $20,000 |
| Christ the King Church Cincinnati, OH | Technology improvements, expansion of key programs, support for faculty | $10,000 |
| St Xavier High School Cincinnati, OH | Technology improvements, expansion of key programs, support for faculty | $7,500 |
| Children's Hospital Cincinnati, OH | Technology improvements, expansion of key programs, support for faculty | $7,500 |
| Cincinnati Cancer Foundation Cincinnati, OH | Technology improvements, expansion of key programs, support for faculty | $5,000 |
| St Anthony of Padua Church Cincinnati, OH | Technology | $5,000 |
| St Vincent De Paul Cincinnati, OH | Technology improvements, expansion of key programs, support for faculty | $5,000 |
| Kenzie's Closet Cincinnati, OH | Technology improvements, expansion of key programs, support for faculty | $3,200 |
| Karen Carns Foundation Mason, OH | Technology improvements, expansion of key programs, support for faculty | $3,000 |
| Lighthouse Youth Services Cincinnati, OH | Technology improvements, expansion of key programs, support for faculty | $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 | $509,975 | $58,258 | $79,701 | $72,200 | 12 | $72,200 | $58,258 | $94,623 |
| 2023 | $494,814 | $50,630 | $66,055 | $63,500 | 9 | $63,500 | $50,630 | $72,241 |
| 2022 | $510,239 | $57,320 | $55,047 | $53,000 | 9 | $53,000 | $57,320 | $70,305 |
| 2021 | $507,966 | $94,468 | $59,586 | $57,500 | 7 | $57,500 | $94,468 | $65,784 |
| 2020 | $473,084 | $22,021 | $59,175 | $57,000 | 7 | — | $22,021 | $50,630 |
| 2019 | $510,238 | $24,457 | $52,600 | $50,000 | 6 | — | $24,457 | $54,475 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The G2 R2 Foundation reported a distributable amount of $95K 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 available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2024 grants went to organizations including a university, churches, a high school, a hospital, a cancer foundation, youth services, and other charitable organizations.
The grantees describe their own work in varied ways. Xavier University says its mission is to educate students intellectually, morally, and spiritually through academic and professional programs. The Cincinnati Cancer Foundation says it funds research, improves clinical care, and supports education to reduce cancer-related suffering and mortality. Kenzie’s Closet says it provides prom attire free to girls who could not otherwise afford it. The Karen Carns Foundation says it helps children remain in private elementary or high school after a family financial setback and provides winter coats to children in need. Lighthouse Youth Services says it empowers young people and families through a continuum of care promoting healing and growth.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 12 grants totaling $72,200. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $20,000, with a median of $5,000.
Notable 2024 grants included $20,000 to Xavier University, $10,000 to Christ the King Church, $7,500 each to St. Xavier High School and Children’s Hospital, and $5,000 each to the Cincinnati Cancer Foundation, St. Anthony of Padua Church, and St. Vincent de Paul.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Ronald G Joseph and Gregory Joseph as officers.
The G2 R2 Foundation's 2024 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Gregory Joseph
Officer
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Ronald G. Joseph
Officer
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "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 G2 R2 Foundation
How much does The G2 R2 Foundation give each year?
The G2 R2 Foundation gave $72K across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $64K across 9 grants.
What is The G2 R2 Foundation's typical grant size?
The G2 R2 Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $6,017, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The G2 R2 Foundation that year got $3K on average.
Where does The G2 R2 Foundation give grants?
The G2 R2 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 Cincinnati, OH (10 grants) and Mason, OH (2 grants).
Does The G2 R2 Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 12 grants with a stated purpose on The G2 R2 Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The G2 R2 Foundation's largest grantees?
The G2 R2 Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Xavier University ($20,000), Christ the King Church ($10,000) and St Xavier High School ($7,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 52% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The G2 R2 Foundation?
The G2 R2 Foundation reported $510K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $72K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $95K (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 The G2 R2 Foundation fund?
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2024 grants went to organizations including a university, churches, a high school, a hospital, a cancer foundation, youth services, and other charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The G2 R2 Foundation?
The foundation states 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 G2 R2 Foundation's EIN?
The G2 R2 Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-1493073. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Does The G2 R2 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
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS March 12, 2020)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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Grantable. (2026). The G2 R2 Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 15, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-g2-r2-foundation-morg_59fafc16209d489cb8c291c1d4885944
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