John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation

Exciting news!📢 Applications for the John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation’s Spring Grant Cycle open on January 31! 🎉 Nonprofits with a 501(c)(3) status can apply for grants to support housing stability, food security, and youth education initiatives. Mark your calendars and stay tuned—more details are coming soon! 📅✨ Midwest Tape, LLC hoopla Digital #JHEJFoundation #GrantCycle2025 #CommunityImpact #StrongerTogether

We're so excited to share some of the photos from National Philanthropy Day 2024! Here's a spotlight on our award recipients, and we invite you to check out the full album on Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gngDWPNa 📸: Shakhan Kelly Photography #afpnwo

We're thrilled to welcome Precious Tate as our new Foundation Coordinator!🎉 Precious is a Toledo native with impressive nonprofit and government experience. As the founder of Youth for Change Youth for Change, she’s amplified young voices and advocated for initiatives like the CROWN Act. Her dedication has earned her honors, including The Ohio State University Board of Trustees Student Recognition Award and features in 13abc News and the Columbus African American News Journal. We’re excited for her to lead stakeholder relations and logistics, driving lasting change in our community! #JHEJFoundation #CommunityImpact #Welcome #StrongerTogether

Last night, the John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation received the Allyship Award at EQUALITY TOLEDO’s annual meeting. This award recognizes individuals and organizations dedicated to advancing equality, and we’re deeply grateful to be acknowledged for our support of their incredible Community Pantry. Our $25,000 contribution this year helped the pantry serve over 4,500 individuals, providing essential resources to those in need. Just last week, they distributed 50 Thanksgiving baskets, with plans for even more during the upcoming holidays! Thank you, Equality Toledo, for this meaningful recognition and for your tireless work in our community. We’re proud to stand with you! ✨ 📸 Pictured: Maria Iafelice, our Community Impact Officer, accepting the award from Kwinlyn Tyler, Vice Chair of the Equality Toledo Board of Directors. #JHEJFoundation #CommunityImpact #StrongerTogether #Allyship

The Association for Rural & Small Libraries is immensely grateful for the John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation’s partnership and dedication to supporting America’s rural libraries. This funding, aimed at assisting some of the southeastern rural libraries recovering from extensive damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, will make a significant difference. With their support, these libraries will be able to continue meeting the needs of their communities while beginning to rebuild their treasured spaces. John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation

On this Giving Tuesday, we're thrilled to share that the John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation has awarded 77 grants to rural libraries across the U.S.!📚✨ This year, we’re especially honored to support 10 libraries in North Carolina and Georgia affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. These libraries were identified through a partnership with the Association for Rural & Small Libraries. With this funding, they can rebuild collections, expand programming, and continue serving as vital community hubs for recovery and connection. Since 2012, we've committed over $1 million to rural libraries, enhancing access to children's and young adult collections. Our mission is to strengthen families and communities, and rural libraries play a crucial role in that vision. Read the full release: https://lnkd.in/gDF4wdWQ Midwest Tape, LLC hoopla Digital #GivingTuesday #RuralLibraries #CommunitySupport #JHEJFoundation

This Thanksgiving, we reflect with gratitude on the partnerships that help shape our community. Thanks to the incredible nonprofits we support, lives are being transformed and hope is being restored.🍂🦃 We are thankful for the dedicated organizations working tirelessly to make a difference. Your passion inspires us, and your work is building a brighter future for all.💚 #JHEJFoundation #CommunityImpact #StrongerTogether #Gratitude

John Henry Eldred Jr. believed in building more than a business—he believed in building a stronger, more compassionate community. Through his visionary philanthropy and dedication to fairness, adventure, and compassion, John’s legacy lives on, empowering families and communities across the Greater Toledo Area and beyond. His passion and generosity shaped the mission of the John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation, creating partnerships that address housing stability, food security, and youth education. Together, we’re making an impact that resonates across generations. 🎥 Watch Our Story: https://lnkd.in/g7Q6Prv6 Midwest Tape, LLC hoopla Digital #JHEJFoundation #CommunityImpact #StrongerTogether #MidwestTape #hoopla

Thank you John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation for your incredible support. It’s been a pleasure getting to know Mike Deetsch and we look forward to growing our relationship! #OurCommunity 🙌🏼🌟👏🏼

Cherry Street Mission Ministries has long been a lifeline for those facing homelessness and poverty in Toledo. With a $30,000 grant from the John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation, the organization added a vehicle to its fleet, enabling them to provide essential transportation for clients to housing, health appointments, interviews, and more.🚐 This impactful partnership is helping Cherry Street scale its programs, tackle barriers, and continue its mission of eradicating poverty and restoring dignity in our community. Read the full case study to learn more about the Foundation’s role in creating pathways for sustainable change: https://lnkd.in/gjFrD_nQ A heartfelt thank you to Katie Frye, Candace B., and Kelly Schroder for taking the time to share your insights with us and for the incredible work you do daily. #JHEJFoundation #CommunityImpact #StrongerTogether #CherryStreetMission #HousingStability #FoodSecurity