Biery Family Foundation Inc
Historical FunderLouisville, Ohio · EIN 34-1453162 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | BENJAMIN BIERY |
|---|---|
| Address | 6544 PARIS AVE NE, LOUISVILLE OH 44641 |
| Phone | 3308753381 |
| Form and materials | COMPLETE INFORMATION AND MATERIAL TO SUPPORT THE REQUEST. ALSO, A COPY OF THE IRS DETERMINATION LETTER SHOWING TAX EXEMPT STATUS UNDER IRS CODE SECTION 501(C)(3) SHOULD BE INCLUDED. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | DONEE MUST HAVE TAX EXEMPT STATUS AS DETERMINED BY THE IRS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
6% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walsh University | North Canton, OH | Faith in action campaign | $100,000 |
| Canton Palace Theatre | Canton, OH | Capital project | $25,000 |
| Catholic Foundation of Northern Colorado | Greenwood Village, CO | Programs | $20,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Ravenna, OH | Emergency & community - based shelter | $10,000 |
| Hannah House | East Canton, OH | Youth mentoring | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Xenia, OH | 2024 flooding in nc and tn | $10,000 |
| United Way of Greater Stark County | Canton, OH | Community programs | $10,000 |
| University of Mount Union | Alliance, OH | Education | $10,000 |
| Canton Ballet | Canton, OH | Programs | $5,000 |
| Copeland Oaks | Sebring, OH | Senior living | $5,000 |
| Louisville Community Foundation | Louisville, OH | Cemetery mausoleum | $3,000 |
| Louisville Scholarship Foundation | Louisville, OH | Education | $1,000 |
| St Joseph Parish | Canton, OH | Programs | $1,000 |
| Louisville Public Library | Louisville, OH | Mural | $675 |
| Massillon Education Association | Massillon, OH | Education | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $211,175 | 15 |
| 2023 | $175,000 | 12 |
| 2022 | $177,900 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533149349101123
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-1453162
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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