Bard - Steel Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyBryan, Ohio · EIN 86-3892414 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$608K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$15,000
Total assets$7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $12,000 and $50,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
16% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan Area Foundation | Bryan, OH | General | $501,000 |
| Williams County Port Authority | Bryan, OH | General | $50,000 |
| Williams County YMCA | Bryan, OH | General | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of North | Maison, GA | General | $15,000 |
| United Way of Williams County | Bryan, OH | General | $12,000 |
| Bryan Development Foundation | Bryan, OH | General | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $608,000 | 6 |
| 2024 | $65,500 | 5 |
| 2023 | $323,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611259349100241
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-3892414
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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