The Norma Foundation
The Norma Foundation is a private foundation based in Ashland, Ohio. It supports charitable projects benefiting communities, U.S. veterans, and animals, and describes its approach as partnering with organizations on practical, cost-effective projects.
The Norma Foundation at a glance
In short: The Norma Foundation gave $443K across 40 grants in 2024 (avg $11K), mostly in Ohio. 60% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $442,671
- +3.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 40
- -7.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $11,067
- +11.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $4,616
- Total assets
- $12,391,754
- +7.3% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 60% first-time grantees (24 of 40, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Ohio (91% 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 Norma Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The website provides an application page and describes the information and materials requested, but the foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests and funds only preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 1380 Enterprise Parkway, Ashland, OH 44805
Phone: (419) 359-4650
Website: https://thenormafoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Norma Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Ashland County Community Foundation ($150K). Together the top 10 received $343K.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($8,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
150 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 144 grants of 150 (96%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were concentrated in Ohio, which received 91% of the total. Virginia, Massachusetts, and California each received 2%, and Florida received 1%. The foundation’s website describes a particular interest in Ashland County and its community.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 40 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Norma Foundation open to new grantees?
60%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 24 of 40 grantees (60%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $7K; repeat grants $17K. How we count
Medians: $4K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 33% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 121% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 120% of 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 $63K (2020) to $443K (2024). In 2024 it made 40 grants totaling $443K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ashland County Community Foundation Ashland, OH | Program Support | $150,000 |
| Associated Charities Ashland, OH | Pastor Mitchel Legacy Fund | $45,000 |
| City of Ashland Ashland, OH | Community Events | $35,000 |
| Ashland Bike Project Ashland, OH | Program Support | $31,800 |
| Ashland Family YMCA Ashland, OH | Build a Better Y Campaign | $20,000 |
| Camp Nuhop Perrysville, OH | Dining Hall Renovations | $20,000 |
| Appleseed Ashland, OH | Computers | $11,266 |
| Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation Reston, VA | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Homes for Our Troops Taunton, MA | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Living Waters Outreach Ministry Ashland, OH | Roof Repairs | $10,000 |
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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 | $12,391,754 | $6,772,532 | $630,362 | $442,671 | 40 | $578,289 | $3,547,053 | $480,029 |
| 2023 | $11,551,509 | $278,639 | $681,685 | $427,559 | 43 | $515,481 | $187,309 | $366,181 |
| 2022 | $11,954,944 | $-113,186 | $624,336 | $405,889 | 28 | $503,219 | $228,854 | $403,124 |
| 2021 | $12,691,009 | $10,279,482 | $268,000 | $200,556 | 27 | $238,252 | $162,593 | $369,076 |
| 2020 | $2,680,773 | $1,394,403 | $76,557 | $63,250 | 12 | — | $1,032,108 | $95,725 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Norma Foundation reported a distributable amount of $480K 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 foundation states that it funds items benefiting the community, veterans, and animals. Its grant guidelines say eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits in good standing with the IRS, and proposals must request monetary support. The website also describes supporting hard-working leaders of nonprofits and educational organizations.
Its 2024 grants included community and program support, a scholarship, renovations, equipment, and repairs. Among the recipients, Ashland County Community Foundation describes its work as making charitable grants and enhancing quality of life in Ashland County. Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation says it provides scholarships and educational and career support to children who lost a parent in the line of duty. Homes for Our Troops says it builds and donates adapted homes for severely injured veterans. Living Waters Outreach Ministry describes providing household goods, clothing, furniture, and food to people and families in need.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation reported 40 grants totaling $442,671. Grants ranged from $212 to $150,000, with a median of $4,616. The largest grants included $150,000 to Ashland County Community Foundation for program support; $45,000 to Associated Charities for the Pastor Mitchel Legacy Fund; $35,000 to the City of Ashland for community events; and $31,800 to Ashland Bike Project for program support. Other notable grants included $20,000 each to Ashland Family YMCA for its Build a Better Y campaign and Camp Nuhop for dining hall renovations.
The foundation’s website asks applicants to summarize their proposal and explain how it fits the foundation’s priorities. It requests the organization’s most recent Form 990 and says the board may take up to ten weeks to review an application. The website’s eligibility guidelines require a 501(c)(3) organization in good standing and a monetary request. The foundation states on its 2024 filing that it does not accept unsolicited requests and makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Carrie Stewart, Patrick Noser, and Scott Conery as directors. The foundation’s website also identifies them as board members and lists Abby Conner as operations assistant, Jennifer Smith in accounting, and Tami Norris as grant coordinator.
The Norma Foundation's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; 1 of 3 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Carrie Stewart
Director
On filings since 2020
4.6 hrs/week
$5K (2023) → $5K (2024)
Patrick Noser
Director
On filings since 2020
2.3 hrs/week
$5K (2023) → $0 (2024)
Scott Conery
Director
President → Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
1.2 hrs/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.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $5K, to Carrie Stewart (Director).
Frequently asked questions about The Norma Foundation
How much does The Norma Foundation give each year?
The Norma Foundation gave $443K across 40 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $428K across 43 grants.
What is The Norma Foundation's typical grant size?
The Norma Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $4,616, and its average grant was $11,067, across 40 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Norma Foundation that year got $7K on average.
Where does The Norma Foundation give grants?
The Norma Foundation gives mostly in Ohio: 91% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Ashland, OH (28 grants) and Naples, FL (2 grants).
Does The Norma Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 40 grants with a stated purpose on The Norma Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Program Support" (7 grants) and "Sponsorship" (6 grants).
Who are The Norma Foundation's largest grantees?
The Norma Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Ashland County Community Foundation ($150,000), Associated Charities ($45,000) and City of Ashland ($35,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 individual scholarship ($8,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 52% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Norma Foundation?
The Norma Foundation reported $12.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $578K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $480K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Norma Foundation fund?
The foundation states that it funds items benefiting the community, veterans, and animals. Its grant guidelines say eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits in good standing with the IRS, and proposals must request monetary support. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Norma Foundation?
The website provides an application page and describes the information and materials requested, but the foundation states that it does not accept unsolicited requests and funds only preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Norma Foundation's EIN?
The Norma Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-4540736. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Norma 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 Norma Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 13, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-norma-foundation-morg_50490ca0bb4d4325a6c2be60b0b3177b
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