Otto Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Otto Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $220,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $150,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$220,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $235,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $215,000 | 6 | $4.6 million |
| 2023 | $235,000 | 5 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $220,000 | 4 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Otto Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Otto Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $170,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Rescue Committee | Refugee Support | $150,000 |
| University of Washington Medicine | Support Harborview Hospital | $40,000 |
| Scripps Health Foundation | Clinical Research | $20,000 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center | Cancer Research | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret Otto
- Neil Otto
- Daniel Otto
- Michel Otto
- Madeline Grant
- Ian Grant
- Christopher Otto
- Caitlin Otto
Questions people ask
Does Otto Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Otto Family Foundation give?
$220,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Otto Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Margaret Otto (Pres), Neil Otto (Sec Treas), Daniel Otto (Director) and Michel Otto (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Otto Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.