Revocable Trust of Josephine Jowoodward Solem
Invitation OnlyKent, Ohio · EIN 20-7411378 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$152K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$3,000
Total assets$2.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $15,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Hospitals | Cleveland, OH | General | $50,000 |
| Wick Poetry Center - Kent State University | Kent, OH | General | $25,000 |
| Kevin Coleman Center | Kent, OH | General | $25,000 |
| Axxess Family Services | Ravenna, OH | General | $15,000 |
| Hunger Challenge | Ravenna, OH | General | $10,000 |
| Educational Artistry | Mechanicsburg, OH | General | $5,660 |
| Kent Parks & Recreation | Kent, OH | General | $5,000 |
| Childrens Advocacy Center of Portage County | Ravenna, OH | General | $3,000 |
| Cleveland Animal Protective League | Cleveland, OH | General | $3,000 |
| Friends Fighting Hunger | Ravenna, OH | General | $2,500 |
| Kent Historical Society & Museum | Kent, OH | General | $2,500 |
| Ben Curtis Family Foundation | Kent, OH | General | $2,000 |
| Ravenna School District | Ravenna, OH | General | $2,000 |
| Neighborhood Bridges | Westerville, OH | General | $1,542 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $152,202 | 14 |
| 2024 | $136,770 | 13 |
| 2023 | $115,450 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 10, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602229349100005
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-7411378
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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