Michael F Tweedle and Christine a Poon Foundation
Invitation OnlyCincinnati, Ohio · EIN 81-4717034 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$350K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$10.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
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
70% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio State University Foundation | Columbus, OH | Unrestricted grant | $200,000 |
| Cato Institute | Washington, DC | Unrestricted grant | $25,000 |
| Philharmonic-Symphony Society of New York Inc | New York, NY | Unrestricted grant | $25,000 |
| Gettysburg Foundation | Gettysburg, PA | Unrestricted grant | $25,000 |
| Knox College | Galesburg, IL | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Ayn Rand Institute | Santa Ana, CA | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Heritage Baptist Church | Canal Winchester, OH | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Pelotonia | Columbus, OH | Unrestricted grant | $10,000 |
| The Atlas Society Ltd | Lodi, CA | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Reston, VA | Unrestricted grant | $20 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $350,020 | 10 |
| 2024 | $118,100 | 11 |
| 2023 | $76,500 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 21, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612339349100551
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-4717034
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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