Fox Foundation Inc
Historical FunderLancaster, Ohio · EIN 31-6023906 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ROBERT L FOX |
|---|---|
| Address | 1445 CINCINNATI ZANESVILLE ROAD SW, LANCASTER OH 43130 |
| Phone | 7406539581 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS |
| Deadlines | NON-SPECIFIED |
| Restrictions | NON-SPECIFIED |
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
7% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The United Way of the Midlands | Columbia, SC | General | $308,071 |
| Fairfield County Foundation | Lancaster, OH | Decorative arts endwoment/botany playground | $125,000 |
| Fairfield County Foundation | Lancaster, OH | General | $121,540 |
| Decorative Arts Center of Ohio | Lancaster, OH | General | $75,000 |
| Franklin Park Conservatory | Columbus, OH | General | $75,000 |
| Maywood Mission | Lancaster, OH | General | $75,000 |
| Ohio State University Foundation | Columbus, OH | General | $75,000 |
| Salvation Army | Lancaster, OH | General | $75,000 |
| Foundation Dinnersshelter | Lancaster, OH | General | $55,000 |
| Lancaster Fresh Market Inc | Lancaster, OH | General | $50,000 |
| Mid-Ohio Food Collective | Grove City, OH | General | $50,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald Home Charities of Central Ohio | Columbus, OH | General | $50,000 |
| The Wilds | Cumberland, OH | General | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Southeast Ohio | Athens, OH | General | $35,000 |
| Ohio History Connection | Columbus, OH | General | $35,000 |
| Promusica | Columbus, OH | General | $35,000 |
| Fairfield County Heritage Association | Lancaster, OH | General | $30,000 |
| Foundation for Appalachian Ohio | Nelsonville, OH | General | $30,000 |
| Harcum House | Lancaster, OH | General | $30,000 |
| The Lighthouse | Columbus, OH | General | $30,000 |
| Columbus Museum of Art | Columbus, OH | General | $25,000 |
| Denison University | Granville, OH | General | $25,000 |
| Fairhope Hospice | Lancaster, OH | General | $25,000 |
| Ohio University Foundation | Athens, OH | General | $25,000 |
| Forgotten 4-Paws | Lancaster, OH | General | $20,000 |
| The Columbus Academy | Gahanna, OH | General | $19,520 |
| Fairfield Area Humane Society | Lancaster, OH | General | $15,000 |
| Fairfield Heritage Association | Lancaster, OH | General | $15,000 |
| Pro Arte Ohio | Worthington, OH | General | $15,000 |
| George and Raymond Frank Foundation | Yarmouth, ME | General | $10,000 |
| Princeton Prospect Foundation | Princeton, NJ | Tiger inn | $10,000 |
| The Lancaster Festival | Lancaster, OH | General | $10,000 |
| Fairfield County Foundation | Lancaster, OH | General | $5,000 |
| Fairfield County Foundation | Lancaster, OH | General | $5,000 |
| Southeastern Ohio Classical Academy | Logan, OH | General | $5,000 |
| Bottoms Up Diaper Bank | Lancaster, OH | General | $2,500 |
| Southeastern Ohio Center for Independent Living | Lancaster, OH | General | $2,000 |
| Fairfield County College Bound | Lancaster, OH | General | $1,000 |
| Lancaster Athletic Booster Club | Lancaster, OH | General | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,645,631 | 39 |
| 2023 | $1,761,685 | 32 |
| 2022 | $1,524,596 | 34 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630899349100718
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 31-6023906
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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