Woodruff Foundation
The Woodruff Foundation is a private foundation based in Cleveland, Ohio, established in 1986 with proceeds from the sale of Woodruff Hospital. It operates as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and focuses on mental health services and related community support in the greater Cleveland area.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$12.8M
+4.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$471K
-29.4% YoY
Grant Count
22
-24.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$21K
-7.0% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Woodruff Foundation reported a distributable amount of $612K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary mission is to support the development and delivery of mental health services in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Specifically, the foundation seeks to fund projects that:
- Foster and enhance the treatment of persons affected by mental disorders and chemical dependency
- Support educational programs related to mental health
- Coordinate mental health resources in the community
- Support research into the causes, nature, and recurrence of mental illness
High priority areas include encouraging the implementation of innovative prevention and treatment programs and strengthening the effectiveness of existing service delivery systems. The foundation also prioritizes early childhood mental health telehealth services, agency operations support, and trauma therapy for victims of child abuse.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
s:** Typical awards range from $7,500 to $75,000.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations and programs in Ohio, with a specific emphasis on Cuyahoga County and the greater Cleveland area.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $12,754,518 (2024)
- Total Revenues: $870,903 (2024)
- Total Expenses: $697,315 (2024)
- Investment Income: $335,230 (2024)
- Total Liabilities: $15,000 (2023)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $12,754,518 | $12,156,735 | $11,416,685 |
| Revenue | $870,903 | $1,231,002 | $364,540 |
| Expenses | $697,315 | $833,676 | $597,596 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $615,566 | $784,577 | $496,781 |
| Net Investment Income | $822,968 | $1,181,753 | $260,592 |
| Distributable Amount | $612,112 | $579,780 | $597,589 |
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
121 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Woodruff Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include The Educational Service Center of ($50,000), The Centers for Family and Children ($35,000), Positive Education Program ($30,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| IDEASTREAM PUBLIC MEDIA CLEVELAND, OH | BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROGRAMMING | $10,000 |
| SIGNATURE HEALTH INC MENTOR, OH | EXPAND GERIATRIC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH | $20,000 |
| CLEVELAND FOUNDATION CLEVELAND, OH | EXPAND HEALTH SERV FOR CMSD STUDENTS | $25,000 |
| PREGNANT WITH POSSIBILITIES MAPLE HEIGHTS, OH | LAUNCH A BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PRACTICE | $25,000 |
| LUTHERAN METROPOLITAN MINISTRY CLEVELAND, OH | PROVIDE GUARDIANSHIP TO ADULTS | $25,000 |
| THE METROHEALTH FOUNDATION CLEVELAND, OH | STAFF TRAINING | $25,000 |
| THRIVE FOR CHANGE CLEVELAND, OH | HARM REDUCTION SERVICES & AWARENESS | $25,000 |
| POSITIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM CLEVELAND, OH | PROF. DEV. FOR DAY TREATMENT CENTER | $30,000 |
| NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH CARE INC CLEVELAND, OH | PROF. DEV. & TRAINING FOR STAFF | $20,785 |
| THE EDUCATIONAL SERVICE CENTER OF INDEPENDENCE, OH | DEVELOP IECMH WORKFORCE | $50,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOLLY WIMBISCUS MD | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| HABEEBAH RASHEED GRIMES | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| VANESSA JENSEN PSYD | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| LAUREL DOMANSKI DIAZ | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| JANET LOWDER | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| DIXON MORGAN | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| JOHN CORLETT | VICE PRESIDE | 1 | — |
| STEVEN SIEMBORSKI | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
| ROBERT FISCHER PHD | TRUSTEE | 1 | — |
Contact Information
- Address: 1422 Euclid Ave Ste 966, Cleveland, OH 44115-2001
- Website: woodruffgreatercle.org
- Telephone: 216-621-2901
- EIN: 23-7425631
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Woodruff Foundation fund?
The foundation's primary mission is to support the development and delivery of mental health services in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. Specifically, the foundation seeks to fund projects that: • Foster and enhance the treatment of persons affected by mental disorders and chemical dependency • Support educational programs related to mental health • Coordinate mental health resources in the community • Support research into the causes, nature, and recurrence of mental illness High priority areas include…
How do I apply for a grant from Woodruff Foundation?
**Grant Sizes:** Typical awards range from $7,500 to $75,000. **Recent Grant Activity:** The foundation made 27 grants in 2024. Recent grants include: • The Centers for Families and Children: $35,000 (Renovate Cleveland Christian Home) • Positive Education Program: $30,000 (Professional Development for Day Treatment Center) • NAMI-Greater Cleveland: $25,000 (Program Support) **Total Giving:** $488,285 in annual giving (based on recent filings).
Where does Woodruff Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations and programs in Ohio, with a specific emphasis on Cuyahoga County and the greater Cleveland area.
What size grants does Woodruff Foundation award?
In 2024, Woodruff Foundation awarded 22 grants totaling $471K — an average of about $21K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Woodruff Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Woodruff Foundation reported a distributable amount of $612K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Woodruff Foundation's EIN?
Woodruff Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7425631. 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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