Louis and Melba Schott Foundation
Historical FunderCincinnati, Ohio · EIN 20-2102454 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | FOUNDATION OFFICE - FIFTH THIRD BAN |
|---|---|
| Address | 38 FOUNTAIN SQ PLAZA MD1090VD, CINCINNATI OH 45263 |
| Phone | 5135347001 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN COMMON GRANT APPLICATION LETTER |
| Deadlines | ESTABLISHED AFTER REVIEW OF INTIAL LETTER |
| Restrictions | RESTRICTED TO GEOGRAPHICAL AREA SERVED BY FIFTH THIRD BANCORP. ORGANIZATIONS THAT MAKE A SUBSTANTIAL DIFFERENCE IN THE QUALITY OF COMMUNITY LIFE AND STRENGTHEN FAMILIES. |
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
16% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upspring | Cincinnati, OH | General operating | $25,000 |
| Cincinnati Youth Collaborative | Cincinnati, OH | Project/Program support | $25,000 |
| Cincinnati Urban Promise | Cincinnati, OH | General operating | $20,000 |
| The Schott Foundation for Public Edu | Cambridge, MA | General operating | $10,000 |
| Guiding Light Foundation | Lima, OH | General operating | $10,000 |
| A Childs Hope International Inc | Cincinnati, OH | Project/Program support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $100,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $100,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610429349100901
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-2102454
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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