The Kurtz Foundation Inc
The Kurtz Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Independence, Ohio. Its 2026 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, including Hands Together in Massachusetts and House of Champions in Ohio.
The Kurtz Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Kurtz Foundation Inc gave $16K across 2 grants in 2026 (avg $8K), mostly in Massachusetts. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $16,000
- -75.6% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 2
- -75.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $8,000
- -2.3% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $8,000
- Total assets
- $3,028
- -83.6% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (94% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Kurtz Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 6415 Granger Rd, Independence, OH 44131
Phone: (216) 986-7000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Kurtz Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Hands Together ($15K). Together the top 2 received $16K.
Grant Size Distribution
77 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 75 grants of 77 (97%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In filing year 2026, 94% of grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts and 6% to recipients in Ohio.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Kurtz Foundation Inc gives
- Giving fell 94% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $16K (2026) to $386K (2021). In 2026 it made 2 grants totaling $16K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hands Together Springfield, MA | General | $15,000 |
| House of Champions Cleveland, OH | General | $1,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,028 | $3,174 | $17,432 | $16,000 | 2 | $16,000 | $94 | $425 |
| 2025 | $18,462 | $55,627 | $67,026 | $65,500 | 8 | $65,500 | $2,569 | $1,433 |
| 2024 | $29,495 | $3,367 | $42,471 | $41,500 | 12 | $40,500 | $1,972 | $2,134 |
| 2023 | $65,736 | $189,183 | $252,589 | $250,158 | 23 | $250,158 | $4,846 | $3,154 |
| 2022 | $122,747 | $174,063 | $228,698 | $225,693 | 32 | $225,693 | $24,063 | $7,192 |
| 2021 | $199,381 | $331,500 | $389,649 | $385,993 | 35 | — | $28,965 | $8,497 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Kurtz Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $425 for 2026 — 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 2026 grants included support for organizations whose stated missions address poverty and disadvantaged people, and after-school programming for at-risk children.
Hands Together Inc describes its mission as educating, inspiring, and encouraging people to understand the importance of responding to the needs of poor and disadvantaged people. House of Champions states that it provides free after-school programming, including homework help, dinner, and life and study skills, for at-risk children in grades 2 through 4.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation reported two grants totaling $16,000. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $15,000, with a median grant of $8,000. The filing lists $15,000 for Hands Together in Springfield, Massachusetts, and $1,000 for House of Champions in Cleveland, Ohio; both grants were for general purposes.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists John T. Kurtz as president, Gregory P. Kurtz as vice-president, Thomas A. Kurtz as secretary, and Mike Shinner as treasurer.
The Kurtz Foundation Inc is led by John T. Kurtz, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 4 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
John T. Kurtz
President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Gregory P. Kurtz
Vice President
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Mike Shinner
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Thomas A. Kurtz
Secretary
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "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 Kurtz Foundation Inc
How much does The Kurtz Foundation Inc give each year?
The Kurtz Foundation Inc gave $16K across 2 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $66K across 8 grants.
How large is The Kurtz Foundation Inc?
The Kurtz Foundation Inc reported $3K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $16K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $425 (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Kurtz Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants included support for organizations whose stated missions address poverty and disadvantaged people, and after-school programming for at-risk children. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Kurtz Foundation Inc?
The foundation 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 ↑
Where does The Kurtz Foundation Inc make grants?
In filing year 2026, 94% of grant dollars went to recipients in Massachusetts and 6% to recipients in Ohio.
What is The Kurtz Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Kurtz Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-1574370. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does The Kurtz Foundation Inc 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
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS June 24, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS June 25, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS July 6, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS July 9, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS June 5, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS June 18, 2026)
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