The Lee and Patti Schear Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyDayton, Ohio · EIN 32-0015483 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$200K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$412K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $125,000.
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
33% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Cemeteries of Great Dayton | Dayton, OH | General funding | $125,000 |
| Jewish Learning Institute | Brooklyn, NY | General funding | $50,000 |
| Dayton Performing Arts Alliance | Dayton, OH | General funding | $25,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $200,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $100,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513159349101501
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 32-0015483
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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