The Murray & Murray Charitable

Patrick Murray and Louise E Murray

Sandusky, OH

The Michelle Wightman-Karrie Wieber

Sandusky, OH

Established in 1999 as a memorial to two young lives lost in a tragic accident, this Sandusky-based foundation supports nonprofits and governmental bodies in Erie County, Ohio through grants typically ranging from $3,000 to $15,000, with a particular focus on family support, education, youth development, and public safety initiatives. The foundation also administers a $5,000 annual scholarship for Erie County high school graduates pursuing undergraduate studies. Grant seekers should note the foundation's strong commitment to the local Sandusky and Erie County community and its emphasis on programs that help families develop skills, support youth potential, and create safe living environments.

The Mylander Fdn-2001

Sandusky, OH

The Mylander Foundation, established in 1987 by a Sandusky civic leader, supports charitable, educational, and community organizations primarily in Erie County, Ohio and the surrounding region with approximately $2.3 million distributed annually. Typical grants range from $1,000 to $790,000, with a median award of $6,000, across focus areas including education, human services, youth programming, and community initiatives. The foundation accepts applications from nonprofits and governmental agencies with distribution meetings held twice yearly in May and November.

Sidney Frohman Foundation

Sandusky, OH

The Sidney Frohman Foundation funds humanitarian needs, education, scholarships, and public-benefit projects, primarily in Erie County, Ohio; applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations. Its 2025 grants ranged from $2,000 to $40,000, with a median of $9,000. It accepts requests by letter, email, or fax, with deadlines of April 30 and September 30.

The Bettcher Foundation

Vermilion, OH

The Albert G & Olive H Schlink

Sandusky, OH

The Albert G. and Olive H. Schlink Foundation, established in 1966 by a physician and nurse, distributes over $1.3 million annually to support education, human services, wildlife, and philanthropy in North Central Ohio, particularly Erie and Huron counties. Typical grants range from approximately $1,400 to $135,000, with recent awards supporting habitat conservation, education foundations, and museums. The foundation prioritizes local organizations in Ohio while maintaining secondary giving interests in New York and Maryland.

Sam S Stein and Rose Stein Foundation

Sandusky, OH

The foundation generally funds medical research and services benefiting ailing youth and older adults; its 2024 grants also supported food assistance, music education, and nursing equipment. Its 14 grants ranged from $500 to $60,000, with a median of $11,000, and all 2024 funding went to Ohio recipients. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests; it advises contacting Mary Jane S. Hill.

Geotrac Charitable Foundation

Norwalk, OH

The foundation funds nonprofits working in education—especially fine arts education—cultural understanding, economic opportunity, community integration, and global learning, primarily in Ohio, with some support beyond the state. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,000 to $85,248, with a median of $10,000. It accepts unsolicited requests from eligible 501(c)(3) organizations that are not private foundations.

Firelands Regional Medical Center

Sandusky, OH

Our mission is to be the healthcare provider of choice for physicians, their patients, our volunteers and employees as we strive together to improve the health and well being of those we serve.

Sandusky YMCA Foundation Inc

Sandusky, OH

Pokorny Family Foundation

Willoughby, OH

Putchie Foundation

Bethesda, MD