Grantmaking public charity · EIN 31-1453633
The John J and Pauline Gerlach Foundation
Columbus, OH
The John J and Pauline Gerlach Foundation is a public charity that makes grants based in Columbus, OH. On its Form 990 (Schedule I) for tax year 2025, it reported $1.86M in grants paid across 23 grants, with $69M in total assets. Its largest grants went to The Ohio State University Foundation, Balletmet and Mid-Ohio Foodbank DBA Mid-Ohio Food Collective.
How to request funding
Its Form 990 lists the grants it made but not how it chooses recipients. Check The John J and Pauline Gerlach Foundation's website or contact it to ask whether it considers requests.
How it makes and monitors grants (Schedule I, Part IV)
Grants are made at the recommendation of board members.
Grants as reported on its Form 990 for tax year 2025; the application guidance above is general for this type of funder. Requirements change; confirm with the organization before applying.
Mission
To support charitable organizations which benefit the community.
As stated on its Form 990.
Largest grants, tax year 2025
Historical data · not a prediction| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ohio State University Foundation | Chicago, IL | Education | $650,000 |
| Balletmet | Columbus, OH | Arts and Humanities | $200,000 |
| Mid-Ohio Foodbank DBA Mid-Ohio Food Collective | Grove City, OH | Social Services | $115,000 |
| American National Red Cross | Washington, DC | Health | $100,000 |
| The Salvation Army - Southern California Division | Carson, CA | Social Services | $100,000 |
| Goodwill Columbus | Columbus, OH | Social Services | $85,000 |
| Homeless Families Foundation DBA Home for Families | Columbus, OH | Social Services | $75,000 |
| Salvation Army (central Ohio) | Columbus, OH | Social Services | $60,000 |
| Heinzerling Community | Columbus, OH | Health | $55,000 |
| United Way of Central Ohio Inc | Columbus, OH | Social Services | $55,000 |
| A Kid Again Inc | Columbus, OH | Social Services | $50,000 |
| Agora Christian Services Inc | Columbus, OH | Social Services | $40,000 |
| American Red Cross Greater Columbuscentral-Southern Ohio Region | Columbus, OH | Health | $40,000 |
| Ohiohealth Foundation Inc | Columbus, OH | Health | $40,000 |
| Recreation Unlimited Foundation | Ashley, OH | Social Services | $40,000 |
| Ohio History Connection | Columbus, OH | Arts and Humanities | $30,000 |
| Columbus Museum of Art | Columbus, OH | Arts and Humanities | $25,000 |
| Green Lawn Cemetery Foundation Inc | Columbus, OH | Neighborhood | $20,000 |
| Volunteers of America Ohio and Indiana | Columbus, OH | Social Services | $20,000 |
| Capital University | Columbus, OH | Education | $15,000 |
| Columbus Symphony Orchestra Inc | Columbus, OH | Arts and Humanities | $15,000 |
| Columbus College of Art & Design | Columbus, OH | Education | $10,000 |
| Kipp Columbus | Columbus, OH | Education | $10,000 |
Names and purposes as reported to the IRS.
Where its grants went
Quick answers
Does The John J and Pauline Gerlach Foundation accept grant applications?
Its Form 990 lists the grants it made but not how it chooses recipients. Check The John J and Pauline Gerlach Foundation's website or contact it to ask whether it considers requests. Form 990 does not report an application process, so confirm with the organization.
How much does The John J and Pauline Gerlach Foundation give each year?
For tax year 2025, it reported $1,860,000 in grants paid (23 grants). Giving can change from year to year.
What organizations has The John J and Pauline Gerlach Foundation funded?
Its largest grants in tax year 2025 went to The Ohio State University Foundation (IL), $650K, Balletmet (OH), $200K, Mid-Ohio Foodbank DBA Mid-Ohio Food Collective (OH), $115K, American National Red Cross (DC), $100K and The Salvation Army - Southern California Division (CA), $100K.