The Ferry Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyWestlake, Ohio · EIN 32-6000096 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$6.3M
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$591,700
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $240,000 and $2,014,150.
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
14% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Mission of Cleveland | Cleveland, OH | Homeless projects for women and children | $2,257,046 |
| Cleveland Foodbank Inc | Cleveland, OH | Food for needy | $2,014,150 |
| Case Western Reserve Univ School of Law | Cleveland, OH | Capital campaign | $780,000 |
| Salvation Army of Cleveland | Cleveland, OH | Homeless projects | $591,700 |
| Beer City Dog Biscuits | Grand Rapids, MI | Annual fund | $350,000 |
| Ohio Wesleyan University | Delaware, OH | Endowment for student enrichment | $240,000 |
| Judson Retirement Community | Cleveland, OH | Capital campaign | $100,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,332,896 | 7 |
| 2024 | $601,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $576,000 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 22, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630819349100208
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 32-6000096
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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