Charles R & Rena W Fondersmith Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyHamilton, Ohio · EIN 31-6265830 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$138K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$27,651
Total assets$3.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $13,826 and $34,564.
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.
Where it gives
25% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church | Middletown, OH | 501(C)(3) general operating | $62,216 |
| YMCA of Middletown | Middletown, OH | 501(C)(3) general operating | $34,564 |
| Middletown Community Foundation | Middletown, OH | 501(C)(3) general operating | $27,651 |
| Rensselear Polytechnic Institute | Troy, NY | 501(C)(3) general operating | $13,826 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $138,257 | 4 |
| 2024 | $132,800 | 4 |
| 2023 | $144,913 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 21, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621119349102407
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 31-6265830
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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