The Bower-Suhrheinrich Foundation Fifth Third
Historical FunderCincinnati, Ohio · EIN 35-2031773 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $8,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | FIFTH THIRD BANK |
|---|---|
| Address | 38 FOUNTAIN SQ PLAZA MD1090VD, CINCINNATI OH 45202 |
| Phone | 5135347001 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION SHOULD INCLUDE DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT TO BE DESCRIPTION OF THE ORGANIZATION ADMINISTERING TO THE PROJECT NAME OF THE POTENTIAL DONEE, VERIFICATION OF 501(C)3 STATUS, |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS ARE ONLINE AND SHOULD BE RECEIVED BY NOVEMBER OF EACH YEAR |
| Restrictions | THE FOUNDATION HAS NO ABSOLUTE RESTRICTIONS; IT FOCUSES ON CHARITIES IN EVANSVILLE, IN AREA AND ON ORGANIZATIONS INVOLVED WITH THE ARTS AND WITH EDUCATION |
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
100% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gathering Church | Evansville, IN | Program/Project services | $18,000 |
| Wnin Tri-State Public Media Inc | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $12,000 |
| American National Red Cross | Evansville, IN | General operating support | $12,000 |
| YWCA of Evansville Indiana Inc | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $10,000 |
| Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $9,000 |
| Evansville Christian Life Center Inc | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $8,000 |
| Tri State Food Bank Inc | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $7,500 |
| Louis J Koch Family Childrens Museum | Evansville, IN | Capital campaign | $7,000 |
| Evsc Foundation Inc | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $5,500 |
| Parenting Time Center | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $5,000 |
| Patchwork Central | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $5,000 |
| Evansville Rescue Mission Inc | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $5,000 |
| Vanderburgh County Humane Society Inc | Evansville, IN | Program/Project support | $5,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwestern Indiana Inc | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $5,000 |
| Evansville Parks Foundation | Evansville, IN | Program support | $5,000 |
| Ark Inc | Evansville, IN | Program/Project support | $5,000 |
| Aurora Inc | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $5,000 |
| Dream Center Evansville Inc | Evansville, IN | Program/Project support | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Evansville Inc | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $3,000 |
| Impact Evansville Inc | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $1,900 |
| YMCA of Southwestern Indiana | Evansville, IN | Annual fund | $1,500 |
| Evansville Symphonic Band Inc | Evansville, IN | Project/Program support | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $141,400 | 22 |
| 2024 | $127,500 | 23 |
| 2023 | $130,000 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611249349102006
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 35-2031773
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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