Plate Bernice W Char Trust
Invitation OnlyColumbus, Ohio · EIN 34-6680386 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$253K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$12,640
Total assets$5.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $12,640 and $50,559.
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
33% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity United Methodist Church | Lima, OH | General operating | $75,839 |
| YMCA | Washington, DC | General operating | $50,559 |
| YWCA | Washington, DC | General operating | $50,559 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Irving, TX | General operating | $12,640 |
| Girl Scouts of Western Ohio Fka Appleseed Ridge Girl Scout | Cincinnati, OH | General operating | $12,640 |
| Umch Family Services | Columbus, OH | General operating | $12,640 |
| Woodlawn Cemetery | Lima, OH | General operating | $12,640 |
| Lima Memorial Hospital | Lima, OH | General operating | $12,640 |
| Bradfield Community Center | Lima, OH | General operating | $12,640 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $252,797 | 9 |
| 2024 | $232,356 | 9 |
| 2023 | $232,386 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621009349100902
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-6680386
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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