John Henry Eldred Jr Foundation

10/15/2026

Missed Care for Kids IMACT 2026, or want to relive it? 🎥

We were proud to sponsor this gathering of nonprofit leaders, businesses, and changemakers working toward practical solutions for our communities.

Northwest Ohio's nonprofits are stronger when we learn from each other, and this day was a great reminder of that. Thank you to everyone who brought their ideas and energy!

Watch the highlights below. 👇

09/25/2026

We're proud to support Produce Perks Midwest and its work to make fresh food more affordable in Lucas County. 🥕🍎

SNAP shoppers can double their dollars on fresh fruits and vegetables at Phoenix Earth Food Co-op and the Toledo Farmers' Market as well.

Thank you to everyone who makes this partnership work!

09/08/2026

Great programs need great organizations behind them. Across Northwest Ohio, local non-profits are doing the quiet, everyday work to keep our neighborhoods strong, safe, and thriving.

To support the internal infrastructure, tools, and people power that make this essential work possible, we are honored to invest $131,503 through our 2026 Capacity Building grants into 9 incredible local partners: BG Save Our Neighborhoods Group, Broadway Corridor Coalition, Children’s Developmental Center of Lima, Liberty Center of Sandusky County, Marketplace for All People, Toledo GROWs, Toledo Lead Resource Center, United Way of Putnam County, and Urban Wholistics.

From strategic planning and technology upgrades to staff development, these organizations are building a stronger foundation for our region’s future. Read the full story and learn more about each of their projects on our website: http://jhefoundation.org/news/capacity-building-2026

08/17/2026

Today, on National Nonprofit Day, we celebrate the work of local nonprofits who are building stronger, more equitable communities every day.

Every photo in this collage was shared by a grantee and represent moments from the work happening across our region.

Our partners show up with care and commitment to meet urgent needs, create lasting change, and advocate for a better future. We're proud to stand alongside them, investing in their vision and amplifying their voices. 💛

08/14/2026

We're proud to help sponsor IMPACT 2026, Care for Kids' giving back conference bringing together nonprofits, donors, and business leaders for a full day of ideas, connection, and shared purpose.

Together with the Greater Toledo Community Foundation and The Center for Nonprofit Excellence, we're helping make this accessible: the first 100 nonprofit organizations to register receive one complimentary admission.

If you lead or work at a nonprofit in our region, this is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and recharge. Learn more and register: https://icareforkids.org/events/impact-give-back-learn-why-2026/

07/02/2026

📢 Deadline extended! Our partners at Association for Rural & Small Libraries (ARSL) want to hear from YOU.

We know our rural library grantees are doing incredible work that never makes it into a catalog record, this is your chance to get it on the record. If your library does amazing things that go "Beyond Books"—programs, services, partnerships, outreach that just don't fit on a shelf—now's your chance to share it. The survey deadline has been pushed to Friday, July 10.

👉 Take a few minutes to tell your rural and small library's story. Every response helps show the full scope of what libraries do for their communities.

DEADLINE EXTENDED: The deadline to respond to our Beyond Books survey has been extended through next Friday, July 10. Take a moment to tell us about the amazing things your library is doing that don't fit on a bookshelf!

✨As a special thank-you for lending your voice to our results, all survey respondents will be entered into a drawing to win a FREE year of ARSL membership! Three winners will be selected; this prize is available to both current and new ARSL members.

Visit https://arsl.memberclicks.net/beyond-books to fill out the survey today!

06/29/2026

It’s time to grow! 🌱 The 2026 Capacity Building application is now open!

We’re looking to support small but mighty nonprofits in NW Ohio with grants of up to $15,000. Our goal is to ensure you have the tools, skills, and systems you need to keep making a difference in food security, housing stability, and youth education.

Deadline: July 27 at 11:59 p.m.
Learnhere: https://www.jhefoundation.org/nonprofit-partners

06/04/2026

Across Northwest Ohio, local non-profits are working hard every single day to lift up families and tackle complex challenges. We are thrilled to celebrate the 78 community organizations named as our 2026 Growth & Resilience partners!

These one-year grants provide just over $2 million in vital funding to support everyday program expenses, core operations, and the critical equipment needs that keep these organizations running strong.

Please join us in celebrating and thanking these local leaders!
Read the full story and discover how organizations are fueling impact across the region: jhefoundation.org/news/fueling-local-impact-2026

05/11/2026

Stronger organizations build stronger neighborhoods. We believe that for a nonprofit to serve its community well, the work happening "behind the scenes" is essential.

Take the Islamic Food Bank of Toledo. When demand for their services tripled, we provided a grant in 2024 to help them scale by building a three-year roadmap for sustainable growth and enabling the hiring of a warehouse associate so leadership could focus on long-term community impact.

As Dr. M. Razi Rafeeq shared: "It’s more than just funding; it’s about forging connections."

Our new 2026 Capacity Building grant cycle opens June 29. These grants help small to mid-size Northwest Ohio organizations strengthen internal capacity—from tech upgrades to professional development—so you can focus on your mission.

📖 Read the story: https://www.jhefoundation.org/news/2024/09/09/case-study/feeding-hope-the-impact-of-john-henry-eldred-jr.-foundation-s-support-on-the-islamic-food-bank/
💻 Learn more: https://www.jhefoundation.org/nonprofits/

05/05/2026

"They told us the library was a safe space, that's why we do this." ❤️

The team at Parker Public Library remind us why rural libraries are the heart of our communities. While many see a place for books, the team there is intentionally building a culture of belonging where everyone is welcome.

We believe literacy and education are pathways to opportunity, but that journey starts with having a space where you feel safe to learn. We are grateful to support the Parker Public team as they continue to show up for their neighbors every day.

Read the full story of how they are making an impact: https://www.jhefoundation.org/news/2026/04/01/case-study/from-access-to-belonging-building-community-at-parker-public-library/