Tod Foundation
The Tod Foundation is a private foundation dedicated to supporting charitable initiatives primarily in the areas of health and education. Its mission is reflected in its funding of programs at institutions such as Akron Children's Hospital and Babson College, indicating a commitment to health-related causes and educational support. The foundation serves a diverse range of organizations, focusing on those that are exempt under 501(c)(3) status, including religious, welfare, and educational entities. While it is based in Ohio, its funding has also extended to recipients in other states.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A small to mid-sized 501(c)(3) religious, welfare, or educational organization—preferably based in Ohio—seeking modest, project-level support or one-time awards.
Good Fit
- • Located in Ohio or serving communities in Ohio.
- • Organization is a 501(c)(3) focused on religious, welfare, or education activities.
- • Request is for a clearly described program or purpose that fits a written application format.
- • Need for a modest one-time or short-term grant rather than large multi-year funding.
- • Ability to provide concise written materials and a local reputation or reference.
Geography
Observed giving is concentrated in Ohio (about 87% of 2023 dollars) with a single out-of-state recipient in Massachusetts, indicating a primarily state-level footprint.
Recipient Variety
In the active giving year (2023) three independent recipients were funded and those recipients did not repeat across years; this shows modest variety for a micro foundation but the overall recipient pool is small.
New Applicants
The filing includes explicit instructions for a written application and the foundation funded three new recipients in 2023, which suggests new entrants have been accepted; however, giving is sporadic and no grants were reported in 2024, so openness cannot be rated as high.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
