The Nord Family Foundation
The Nord Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Amherst, Ohio, established in 1988. The foundation is a successor to a charitable trust created in 1952 by entrepreneur and industrialist W.G. Nord. Since its establishment, the foundation has contributed more than $145 million to philanthropic and charitable endeavors throughout Lorain County and beyond.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$178.3M
-10.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$10.1M
+4.0% YoY
Grant Count
314
-1.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$32K
+6.0% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Nord Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $9.3M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports projects that bring opportunity to the disadvantaged, strengthen family bonds, and improve quality of life. Primary funding areas include:
- Arts and Culture
- Civic Affairs
- Education
- Health & Social Services
The foundation places particular emphasis on projects assisting disadvantaged populations and minorities, including early childhood, secondary, and higher education; social services; health initiatives; cultural affairs; and civic activities. Projects incorporating root cause analysis are of special interest.
As part of its charitable programs, the foundation maintains and operates buildings for full-time use by other community organizations classified as charities under IRC Section 501(c)(3). These charities reimburse the foundation for only a portion of maintenance and operating costs, allowing the foundation to provide below-market space that helps charities devote more resources to their charitable programs.
Grantmaking
The foundation made 369 grants in its most recent reporting year. Grant sizes range from $2,000 to $110,000. Recent grant activity includes:
Grant Range
s range from $2,000 to $110,000. Recent grant activity includes:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation supports initiatives across numerous cities and states in the United States, with a primary focus on Lorain County, Ohio. Geographic reach includes Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: $178.3 million (2024)
Annual Revenue: $10.3 million (2024)
Annual Expenses: $12.4 million (2024)
Net Assets: $178.3 million (2024)
The foundation employs 3-5 staff members.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $178,258,671 | $198,037,055 | $186,955,615 |
| Revenue | $10,323,238 | $14,575,913 | $6,942,319 |
| Expenses | $12,397,917 | $11,665,869 | $12,117,602 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $11,944,940 | $11,233,997 | $11,767,466 |
| Net Investment Income | $10,025,141 | $14,031,242 | $6,688,332 |
| Distributable Amount | $9,291,877 | $8,680,913 | $9,130,744 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from The Nord Family Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include College Now Greater Cleveland Inc ($160,000), Common Ground-the Cindy Nord Center for Renewal ($105,000), Catholic Charities Corporation ($100,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AGUDATH BNAI ISRAEL CONGREGATION OF LORAIN OHIO LORAIN, OH | HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE DAY PROGRAM | $5,000 |
| AMERICAN CORNERSTONE INSTITUTE INC WASHINGTON, DC | GRANT FOR MATCH | $2,000 |
| AMHERST DOWNTOWN & BETTERMENT ASSOCIATION AMHERST, OH | CONTINUED GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $40,000 |
| ARRUPE JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL DENVER, CO | CONTINUED GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $50,000 |
| ASHEVILLE SCHOOL INCORPORATED ASHEVILLE, NC | GRANT FOR MATCH | $500 |
| BALDWIN WALLACE UNIVERSITY BEREA, OH | CONTINUED SUPPORT OF SUMMER MUSIC PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPS FOR LORAIN COUNTY STUDENTS | $45,000 |
| BLACK RIVER INNOVATIVE ARTIST RESIDENCE INC LORAIN, OH | BUILDING FUTURES THROUGH ART PILOT PROJECT | $10,000 |
| BLESSING HOUSE ELYRIA, OH | CONTINUED GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT, OVER TWO YEARS | $80,000 |
| BOOKS IN HOMES USA INC BRISTOL, PA | BOOKS IN HOMES AT PENN YANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | $2,000 |
| BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF NORTHEAST OHIO LORAIN, OH | CONTINUED GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR CLUB SITES IN LORAIN COUNTY | $50,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- President: Eric C. Nord
- Executive Director: Tina Kimbrough (compensated staff member, earning $159,567 annually)
- Principal Officer: Anthony Richardson
The foundation is governed by 15 officers and trustees. The board includes nine trustees chosen from the membership of the Nord Family and three additional trustees drawn from the community at large.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERIC C NORD | PRESIDENT (TERMED) | 5 | — |
| BRIAN IGNAT | PRESIDENT | 2 | — |
| ELIZABETH BAUSCH | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
| KEVIN JOHNSON | TREASURER (TERMED) | 2 | — |
| MARCIA BALLINGER | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| VIRGINIA BARBATO | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| KATHERINE BERK | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| LISA BERK | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| TOM MCCLINTOCK | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| CINDY NORD | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| ETHAN NORD | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| MAGGIE QUINONES | VICE PRESIDENT | 2 | — |
| TODD WANDTKE | TREASURER | 2 | — |
| JOANNE TURNQUIST | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| ALEX KOSMAN | TRUSTEE | 2 | — |
| TINA KIMBROUGH | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $210,100 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
March 2026: 'Shimia Nord Legacy Grant' created to support families battling life-threatening childhood illnesses
\u2018Shimia Nord Legacy Grant\u2019 created to support families battling\March 2025: Nord Family Foundation announced most recent round of grants to area nonprofits
Nord Family Foundation announces most recent round of grants to area nonprofitsJuly 2024: Nord Family Foundation awarded over $3 million at June board meeting
Nord Family Foundation announces most recent round of grants to area nonprofitsOctober 2024: Foundation awarded $3,253,713 at board meeting
Nord Family Foundation awards over $3M at June board meetingJune 2024: Foundation awarded $3,274,009 at board meeting
Nord Family Foundation awards over $3M at June board meetingFrequently Asked Questions
What does The Nord Family Foundation fund?
The foundation supports projects that bring opportunity to the disadvantaged, strengthen family bonds, and improve quality of life. Primary funding areas include: • Arts and Culture • Civic Affairs • Education • Health & Social Services The foundation places particular emphasis on projects assisting disadvantaged populations and minorities, including early childhood, secondary, and higher education; social services; health initiatives; cultural affairs; and civic activities. Projects incorporat…
How do I apply for a grant from The Nord Family Foundation?
The foundation made 369 grants in its most recent reporting year. Grant sizes range from $2,000 to $110,000. Recent grant activity includes: • June 2024 Board meeting: $3,274,009 awarded • October 2024 Board meeting: $3,253,713 awarded Support is available for general operations, program-related activities, and limited capital projects.
Where does The Nord Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation supports initiatives across numerous cities and states in the United States, with a primary focus on Lorain County, Ohio. Geographic reach includes Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
What size grants does The Nord Family Foundation award?
In 2024, The Nord Family Foundation awarded 314 grants totaling $10.1M — an average of about $32K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is The Nord Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, The Nord Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $9.3M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Nord Family Foundation's EIN?
The Nord Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-1595929. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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