Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW
Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW is a private foundation based in Brooklyn, Ohio. Its 2026 filing reports 19 grants totaling $291,667, all to recipients in Ohio, including organizations in Toledo working in areas such as wildlife conservation, arts, youth programs, health, and community services.
Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW at a glance
In short: Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW gave $292K across 19 grants in 2026 (avg $15K), mostly in Ohio. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $291,667
- +1844.4% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 19
- +850.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $15,351
- +104.7% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $12,500
- Total assets
- $2,520,121
- +2.4% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Ohio (100% 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 Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW
- How to Apply
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The foundation’s 2025 filing lists Shumaker Loop Kendrick as the contact, says there is no specific application form, and states that information about award restrictions is available from Gregory Shumaker. The filing says there are no deadlines.
- Contact
Application contact: Shumaker Loop Kendrick
Mailing address: 1000 Jackson, Toledo, OH 43624
Phone: (419) 241-9000
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Sight Center ($53K). Together the top 10 received $237K.
Grant Size Distribution
88 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 85 grants of 88 (97%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars reported for filing year 2026 went to recipients in Ohio. Listed recipients include organizations in Toledo and other Ohio communities.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 19 itemized grants.
Cities
How Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW gives
- Giving grew 48% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 175% of 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 2020 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $15K (2025) to $292K (2026). In 2026 it made 19 grants totaling $292K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sight Center Toledo, OH | General Operating | $52,500 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs Toledo, OH | General Operating | $31,000 |
| Ability Center Sylvania, OH | General Operating | $25,000 |
| Nature Conservancy Dublin, OH | General Operating | $25,000 |
| Toledo School for the Arts Toledo, OH | General Operating | $20,000 |
| Toledo Symphony Toledo, OH | General Operating | $20,000 |
| Toledo Zoological Society Toledo, OH | General Operating | $20,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal Church Toledo, OH | Operating Support | $16,667 |
| Leadership Toledo Toledo, OH | General Operating | $14,000 |
| Kidney Foundation Toledo, OH | General Operating | $12,500 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,520,121 | $383,390 | $324,902 | $291,667 | 19 | $299,792 | $360,920 | $170,938 |
| 2025 | $2,461,710 | $338,777 | $44,392 | $15,000 | 2 | $23,285 | $315,420 | $165,531 |
| 2024 | $2,164,934 | $140,189 | $322,175 | $289,883 | 23 | $297,852 | $120,959 | $145,960 |
| 2023 | $2,346,978 | $303,103 | $230,970 | $196,600 | 23 | $203,946 | $283,017 | $142,183 |
| 2022 | $2,274,759 | $252,056 | $163,834 | $134,650 | 21 | $143,180 | $229,754 | $164,446 |
| 2021 | $2,186,540 | $15,904 | $136,688 | $105,000 | 18 | — | $25,603 | $138,973 |
| 2020 | $2,307,378 | $136,372 | $129,780 | $106,800 | 19 | — | $117,997 | $132,194 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW reported a distributable amount of $171K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available filing information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2026 grants show support for a range of organizations, with most listed grants designated for general operating expenses or operating support.
Grantees describe their own work in varied ways. The Toledo Zoological Society says it inspires wildlife advocacy and conservation through educational experiences. Leadership Toledo describes programming to help adults and high school students build leadership skills and serve their community. Toledo Cultural Arts Center says it provides cultural and performing arts experiences, while Diabetes Youth Services describes educational and support services for local children with type 1 diabetes. Other supported organizations include groups whose stated work involves cancer-patient support, youth scouting and theatre, and services for people experiencing homelessness.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation made 19 grants totaling $291,667. Grants ranged from $2,000 to $52,500, with a median grant of $12,500. The largest reported grants included $52,500 to Sight Center, $31,000 to Boys and Girls Clubs, $25,000 each to Ability Center and Nature Conservancy, and $20,000 each to Toledo School for the Arts, Toledo Symphony, and Toledo Zoological Society. These grants were designated for general operating support, except where otherwise noted in the filing.
Other reported 2026 grants included $16,667 to Trinity Episcopal Church for operating support; $14,000 to Leadership Toledo; $12,500 to Kidney Foundation; $10,000 to Toledo Cultural Arts Center; and $9,000 to Diabetes Youth Services. The Victory Center, Boy Scouts of America, and Children’s Theatre Workshop of Toledo each received $5,000, and St. Paul’s Community Center received $2,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists KeyBank National Association, Gregory S. Shumaker, Hope J. Welles, and Phil H. Wolf as co-trustees.
Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW's 2026 filing lists 4 officers; 1 of 4 officers listed in 2026 is compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Keybank National Association
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$22K (2020) → $28K (2026)
Gregory S. Shumaker
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Hope J. Welles
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Phil H. Wolf
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $28K, to Keybank National Association (Co-Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW
How much does Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW give each year?
Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW gave $292K across 19 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $15K across 2 grants.
What is Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW's typical grant size?
Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW's median grant in 2026 was $12,500, and its average grant was $15,351, across 19 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW give grants?
Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW gives mostly in Ohio: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Toledo, OH (17 grants).
Does Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (19 of 19) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW's largest grantees?
Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW's largest 2026 grantees include Sight Center ($52,500), Boys and Girls Clubs ($31,000) and Ability Center ($25,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 37% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW?
Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW reported $2.5M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $300K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $171K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW fund?
The available filing information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2026 grants show support for a range of organizations, with most listed grants designated for general operating expenses or operating support. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW?
The foundation’s 2025 filing lists Shumaker Loop Kendrick as the contact, says there is no specific application form, and states that information about award restrictions is available from Gregory Shumaker. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW's EIN?
Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-6563471. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 6, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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Grantable. (2026). Waite M B-Brand Foundation TW funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/waite-m-b-brand-foundation-tw-morg_432cc2b8d22f4765bcc65bcc528df7db
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