Community foundation · EIN 34-6565194
Community Foundation of Shelby County
Sidney, OH
Community Foundation of Shelby County is a community foundation based in Sidney, OH. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2024, it reported $7.29M in grants paid across 337 grants, with $66.1M in total assets. Its largest grants went to Russia Local Schools, Village of Russia and Sidney-Shelby Co YMCA.
How to request funding
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check Community Foundation of Shelby County's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility.
Grants as reported on its Form 990 for tax year 2024; the application guidance above is general for this type of funder. Requirements change; confirm with the organization before applying.
Mission
To inspire donor generosity and transform it into meaningful, lasting impact through charitable gifts.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2024
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Russia Local Schools | Russia, OH | General Support | $3,516,658 |
| Village of Russia | Russia, OH | Community Developmen | $224,075 |
| Sidney-Shelby Co YMCA | Sidney, OH | General Support | $128,455 |
| Lehman High School | Sidney, OH | Equipment and Educat | $107,204 |
| Raise the Roof for Arts | Sidney, OH | General Support | $97,415 |
| Compassionate Care-Shelby Co | Sidney, OH | Medical Support | $88,426 |
| Shelby County United Way | Sidney, OH | Comunity Support | $88,107 |
| Rustic Hope | Russia, OH | General Support | $84,966 |
| Morgans Place Cemetary Inc | Sidney, OH | General Support | $84,115 |
| Holy Angels Catholic Church | Sidney, OH | General Support | $81,128 |
| Mercy Mission House | Sidney, OH | General Support | $73,756 |
| Agape Distributions | Sidney, OH | Food Program | $63,893 |
| Grants Under 2500 | — | — | $63,755 |
| Shelby County Historical Society | Sidney, OH | History Programs | $60,790 |
| Alpha Community Center | Sidney, OH | Program Support | $59,988 |
| Sidney Alive | Sidney, OH | General Support | $59,930 |
| Operation Rebirth | St Paris, OH | General Support | $56,534 |
| New Choices | Sidney, OH | General Support | $55,433 |
| St Remy Church | Russia, OH | Religious Developmen | $50,000 |
| Anna Rescue Squad | Anna, OH | Medical Equipment | $49,038 |
| Fort Loramie Historical Association | Ft Loramie, OH | General Support | $48,970 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Miami & She | Troy, OH | General Support | $46,765 |
| Senior Center of Sidney-Shelby Coun | Sidney, OH | General Operations | $46,700 |
| St Pauls United Chruch of Christ | Sidney, OH | Building Fund | $44,000 |
| Shelby Co Animal Rescue Foundation | Sidney, OH | Release of Assets | $42,615 |
The 25 largest of 337 grants listed on the return. 249 grants to individuals ($369K) are counted but not named. Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does Community Foundation of Shelby County accept grant applications?
Community foundations usually run open grant rounds for nonprofits in their area, alongside donor-advised funds that donors direct. Check Community Foundation of Shelby County's website for current grant opportunities, deadlines and eligibility. Form 990 does not report an application process, so confirm with the organization.
How much does Community Foundation of Shelby County give each year?
For tax year 2024, it reported $7,291,198 in grants paid (337 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has Community Foundation of Shelby County funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2024 went to Russia Local Schools (OH), $3.52M, Village of Russia (OH), $224K, Sidney-Shelby Co YMCA (OH), $128K, Lehman High School (OH), $107K and Raise the Roof for Arts (OH), $97.4K.