The John C Bates Foundation
Invitation OnlyToledo, Ohio · EIN 34-1749094 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$60K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$869K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $50,000.
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
100% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Public Schools (Stadium) | Temperance, MI | Bedford public schools (stadium) general fund. | $50,000 |
| Detroit Achievement Academy Foundation | Detroit, MI | Field studies. | $10,000 |
| Race for the Kids | Grosse Pointe Farms, MI | Race for the kids general fund. | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $60,500 | 3 |
| 2023 | $104,500 | 9 |
| 2022 | $12,500 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610409349100726
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-1749094
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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