Sherwin-Williams Foundation
Historical FunderCleveland, Ohio · EIN 34-6555476 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $83,553 and $592,209.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | ALISSA CAMPBELL SHAW |
|---|---|
| Address | 1 SHERWIN WAY, CLEVELAND OH 44113 |
| Phone | 2165662000 |
| Form and materials | - DESCRIPTION OF THE STRUCTURE, PURPOSE AND HISTORY OF THE ORGANIZATION - LIST OF OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS - DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF CURRENT PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES - AMOUNT OF FUNDING REQUESTED WITH AN EXPLANATION OF WHY FUNDS ARE NEEDED AND HOW THEY WILL BE USED - FOR A SPECIFIC PROJECT, DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT, INCLUDING COMMUNITY NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED, PROGRAM OBJECTIVES, ACTIVITIES TO BE UNDERTAKEN, TIMETABLE, FULLY DEFINED PROJECT BUDGET AND SOURCES OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT COMMITTED AND PENDING - CURRENT OPERATING BUDGET INCLUDING INCOME SOURCES AND EXPENDITURES - MOST RECENT AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENT - CURRENT LIST OF CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION DONORS AND LEVEL OF SUPPORT - LATEST ANNUAL REPORT - COPY OF IRS LETTER CERTIFYING 501(C)(3) TAX-EXEMPT STATUS |
| Deadlines | REQUESTS ARE ACCEPTED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. |
| Restrictions | CONTRIBUTIONS RESTRICTED TO ORGANIZATIONS IN THE AREA OF COMPANY HEADQUARTERS AND MAJOR MANUFACTURING FACILITIES. |
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
0% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various Recipients Related to Health and Human Services | Cleveland, OH | Health & human services | $1,383,276 |
| Various Recipients Related to Civic & Other Community Development | Cleveland, OH | Civic & other community development | $592,209 |
| Various Recipients Related to Education | Cleveland, OH | Education | $224,018 |
| Various Recipients Related to United Way | Cleveland, OH | Health & human services - united way | $83,553 |
| Various Recipients Related to Arts & Culture | Cleveland, OH | Arts & culture | $32,413 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Cleveland Sports Commission | Cleveland, OH | Civic & other community development | $200,000 |
| Team Neo | Cleveland, OH | Civic & other community development | $50,000 |
| Minds Matter of Cleveland | Cleveland, OH | Civic & other community development | $7,000 |
| Ohio Foundation of Independent Colleges Inc | Cleveland, OH | Civic & other community development | $5,500 |
| Playhouse Square Foundation | Cleveland, OH | Arts & culture | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,315,469 | 10 |
| 2024 | $2,335,536 | 7 |
| 2023 | $2,492,844 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611349349101801
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-6555476
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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