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John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation

Cincinnati, Ohio  ·  EIN 311077222  ·  Private foundation

Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation has awarded $222.9M across 273 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.

$49.1M
Indexed giving (FY2020)
$180.7M
Assets (FY2020)
273
Grants tracked
2025
Latest grant in this overview

What John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation funds

John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, faith-based (christian), food & agriculture, health care, and related causes.

Adult EducationArts & CultureFaith-Based (Christian)Food & AgricultureHealth CareHigher Education

Populations it has supported include children, men boys, women girls.

childrenmen boyswomen girls

Selected grant examples

Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
GENERAL SUPPORT
Cincinnati, OH$23.0M2020
The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati
GENERAL SUPPORT
Cincinnati, OH$13.5M2023
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
GENERAL SUPPORT
Cincinnati, OH$10.0M2020

How to apply for funding from John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation

John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.

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Frequently asked questions about John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation

Does John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation accept grant applications?
John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
What does John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation fund?
John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, The Children's Theatre of Cincinnati. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation give in grants?
John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation reported $49.1M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $222.9M over 273 grants.
Where is John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation located?
John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation is based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 311077222.
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About this profile. This page is built from John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with John J & Mary R Schiff Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.