Stephen G and Regina Oswald Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stephen G and Regina Oswald Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Ana, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $684,115 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $28,000 and the largest $250,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$684,115
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$28,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
46% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.5 million | 17 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 14 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $684,115 | 13 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Stephen G and Regina Oswald 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 Stephen G and Regina Oswald Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $250,000 |
| California | 7 | $201,115 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $125,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $88,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan | Chemistry department | $250,000 |
| World War II Museum | General operation support | $125,000 |
| Kiddie Hawk Air Academy | General operation support | $60,000 |
| Mater Dei High School | General operation support | $56,655 |
| Choc Children's Foundation | General operation support | $48,450 |
| Orange County United Way | General operation support | $31,010 |
| American Battle Monuments Foundation | General operation support | $28,000 |
| Uci Foundation | Diabetes research | $25,000 |
| South Coast Repertory | General operation support | $20,000 |
| Casa of Orange County | General operation support | $15,000 |
| Children of Armenia Fund | General operation support | $10,000 |
| University of Chicago Booth School of Business | General operation support | $10,000 |
| Orange County Sheriffs Advisory Council | General operation support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen G Oswald
- Regina Oswald
Questions people ask
Does Stephen G and Regina Oswald Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephen G and Regina Oswald Foundation give?
$684,115 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $28,000.
Who runs Stephen G and Regina Oswald Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen G Oswald (Director, President) and Regina Oswald (Director, Secretary).
What does Stephen G and Regina Oswald Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.