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THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION

THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION

Kent, OH, US
501(c)3
EIN
34-1176817
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION

Kent, OH, US
501(c)3
EIN
34-1176817
Community Foundation
Regional Funder

Overview

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Est.

1975

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Portage Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that primarily supports nonprofits in Ohio and Florida, with a total of $20K in grants paid across 17 grantees in 2024. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Portage Foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

A COMMUNITY FOUNDATION THAT IS BUILDING A THRIVING AND DYNAMIC COMMUNITY FOR PORTAGE COUNTY AND THE REGION TO INSPIRE PHILANTHROPY, BUILD ENDOWMENTS, IMPACT CAUSES, FOSTER PROJECTS, AND ENGAGE COMMUNITY LEADERS.
Total Funding Given

$20K

2024
Grantees funded
17
Multi-year grantees
12%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

2

Median 1st year grant
$12.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$28.4K
J
Janice Simmons-Mortimer
Board Member
L
Linda Zucca
Board Member
B
Beth Padisak
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION?
No. THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION give?
THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio and Florida. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $20 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include AURORA SCHOOLS FOUNDATION, CENTRAL OHIO SADDLE CLUB ASSOCIATION INC, and CHURCH IN AURORA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION?
THE PORTAGE FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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