The Bettcher Foundation
Invitation OnlyVermilion, Ohio · EIN 47-3253451 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$27K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$21K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $700 and $2,000.
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
25% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | Washington, DC | Charitable - general support | $10,000 |
| Healthnetwork Foundation | Pepper Pike, OH | Charitable - general support | $10,000 |
| Erie County Community Fdn | Sandusky, OH | Charitable - general support | $2,000 |
| Captiva Civic Association | Captiva, FL | Charitable - general support | $1,800 |
| Bowling Green State University Foundation | Bowling Green, OH | Charitable - general support | $1,000 |
| Community Foundation of Lorain County | Elyria, OH | Charitable - general support | $1,000 |
| Ritter Public Library | Vermilion, OH | Charitable - general support | $700 |
| Lake Erie Foundation | Lakeside Marblehead, OH | Charitable - general support | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $130,100 | 9 |
| 2023 | $36,575 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 26, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630579349100753
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-3253451
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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