Ogc Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ogc Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Riverside, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $875,926 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $60,088 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$875,926
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$60,088
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$21.1 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $641,529 the year before.
40% 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 | $594,500 | 13 | $16.7 million |
| 2024 | $641,529 | 8 | $18.6 million |
| 2025 | $875,926 | 10 | $21.1 million |
How to apply
Ogc Charitable 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 Ogc Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 5 | $250,176 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $200,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation | In support of efforts to integrate the sustainable mission & vision | $250,000 |
| Hoover Foundation | In support of efforts to integrate the sustainable mission & vision | $200,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Stamford | In support of efforts to integrate the sustainable mission & vision | $100,000 |
| Emory University | In support of efforts to integrate the sustainable mission & vision | $100,000 |
| Stanwich Church | In support of efforts to integrate the sustainable mission & vision | $70,176 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | In support of efforts to integrate the sustainable mission & vision | $50,000 |
| Horizon at Brunswick | In support of efforts to integrate the sustainable mission & vision | $50,000 |
| Sasha Bruce Youthwork | In support of efforts to integrate the sustainable mission & vision | $25,750 |
| Yale Health Center | In support of efforts to integrate the sustainable mission & vision | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich | In support of efforts to integrate the sustainable mission & vision | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ben Carter
- Hillary Carter
Questions people ask
Does Ogc Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ogc Charitable Foundation give?
$875,926 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $60,088.
Who runs Ogc Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ben Carter (President & Treasurer) and Hillary Carter (Vice President & Secretary).
What does Ogc Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and youth programs.