Reeves Foundation Grant

The Reeves Foundation, established in 1966 by Samuel J. Reeves, Jr. and his wife Margaret Reeves, is a private charitable organization based in Tuscarawas County, Ohio. The foundation was formed with contributions from the Reeves family, including additional support from the estates of Mr. Reeves' sisters, Margaret Jane and Helen F. Reeves. Mr. Reeves was known locally as an industrialist and banker, while Mrs. Reeves worked in the trust department of the Reeves Banking & Trust Co. Their shared commitment to the community laid the foundation for a philanthropic institution focused on long-term impact. The foundation’s mission is to promote the health, education, and cultural well-being of the people of Tuscarawas County. It does so by supporting organizations that demonstrate self-sufficiency and a commitment to serving others. Over the years, the foundation has awarded more than $42 million in grants to nonprofit entities involved in health, youth services, education, and public administration. The primary emphasis is placed on funding capital improvements rather than operating expenses. Eligible applicants must be charitable nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status under IRS Code Section 501(c)(3). Organizations must be located in or have a service presence in Tuscarawas County. The foundation partners with a range of community organizations to maximize local impact and extend services to those in need within the county. Applications must include a concise letter outlining the intent and purpose of the project, signed by the President or Chair of the organization. This letter must be accompanied by a completed foundation application form, contractor estimates or purchase orders showing the cost of the project, documentation verifying 501(c)(3) status, current financial statements, and annual budgets. Applicants should also disclose any other funding requests made for the same project, along with the names of those other foundations or organizations. Full contact information for the organization must also be included. The foundation’s Board of Trustees meets every two months beginning in February to review submissions. Applications are considered throughout the year according to this bi-monthly schedule. The foundation provides a downloadable PDF form for grant confirmation, which can be printed or filled out electronically. This form is used after project completion to document how grant funds were spent. Grantees are required to submit written confirmation with receipts to verify the expenditure of awarded funds in alignment with the grant’s purpose. Failure to submit this confirmation may result in disqualification from future funding opportunities. The Reeves Foundation continues to focus its efforts on capital-based support for projects that serve the residents of Tuscarawas County.

Emphasize capital project needs; avoid requesting operating expenses; ensure post-award reporting is complete and timely.