Gund Foundation

The George Gund Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation based in Cleveland, Ohio, providing funding to organizations addressing social issues through innovative solutions. It stands as the second-largest charitable foundation in Cleveland, having awarded over $722 million in grants since its founding in 1952 by George Gund II. The foundation primarily supports initiatives in the arts, civic engagement, community development, economic development, environmental policy, human services, public education, and racial inequality within the Cleveland metropolitan area. Its leadership includes current board chair Catherine Gund, who succeeded past board president Geoffrey Gund, and honored late trustee George Gund III. Most recently, the foundation distributed $7.1 million in grants at its February 2026 meeting, continuing its mission to foster positive change.