Ocean Mokum Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ocean Mokum Foundation is a private foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $255,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$255,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.9 million the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $4.9 million | 3 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $255,000 | 3 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Ocean Mokum 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 Ocean Mokum Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida. It also paid $200,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $40,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Innoceana | To support various projects | $200,000 |
| Bimini Biological Field Station Foundation Aka Shark Lab | To support four specific projects | $40,000 |
| Act of Connecticut | To support various projects | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Wexler
- Tea Zegarac-Pollock
Questions people ask
Does Ocean Mokum Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ocean Mokum Foundation give?
$255,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Ocean Mokum Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Wexler (Director/Vice President/Secretary) and Tea Zegarac-Pollock (Director/President/Treasurer).
What does Ocean Mokum Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.