Samuel Reese Willis Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyFairlawn, Ohio · EIN 34-1662189 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$175K
Organizations funded14
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$4.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haven of Rest Ministries | Akron, OH | Support | $35,000 |
| Akron Canton Regional Food Bank | Akron, OH | Support | $25,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Summit and Medina Co | Akron, OH | Support | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Akron, OH | Support | $15,000 |
| Akron Fossils & Science Center | Copley, OH | Support | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | Akron, OH | Support | $10,000 |
| Hope and Healing Survivor Resource Center | Akron, OH | Support | $10,000 |
| Shelter Care Inc | Tallmadge, OH | Support | $10,000 |
| Akron Urban League | Akron, OH | Support | $10,000 |
| Child Guidance & Family Solutions | Akron, OH | Support | $5,000 |
| Empowering Epilepsy | Solon, OH | Support | $5,000 |
| Goodwill Industries | Akron, OH | Support | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Akron, OH | Support | $5,000 |
| Victim Assistance | Akron, OH | Support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $175,000 | 14 |
| 2023 | $90,000 | 7 |
| 2022 | $165,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513219349100536
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-1662189
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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