The Own Your Future Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Own Your Future Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Shelton, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $58,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $11,500 and the largest $30,000. 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$58,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$11,500
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$688,836
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $39,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $27,500 | 4 | $455,877 |
| 2024 | $39,000 | 4 | $559,365 |
| 2025 | $58,000 | 4 | $688,836 |
How to apply
The Own Your Future Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 4 | $58,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Griffin Hospital Development Fund | General support | $30,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley | General support | $18,000 |
| Cmak Sandy Hook Memorial Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| CT Burns Care Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Douglas
- Jill Douglas
- Nicholas Douglas
- Casey Douglas
Questions people ask
Does The Own Your Future Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Own Your Future Foundation Inc give?
$58,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $11,500.
Who runs The Own Your Future Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Christopher Douglas (Chairman), Jill Douglas (Director), Nicholas Douglas (Director) and Casey Douglas (Director).