Oxford Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
Oxford Fund Inc is a private foundation in Ft Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $79,442 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $4,750 and the largest $5,000. 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$79,442
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$4,750
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,000 the year before.
22% 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 | $108,996 | 19 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $70,000 | 16 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $79,442 | 18 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Oxford Fund 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.
What Oxford Fund Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 11 | $53,000 |
| South Carolina | 3 | $14,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $4,442 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Belmont Hill School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Chamber Music Charleston | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Faulkner Hospital-Sagoff Centre | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Museum of Science | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Rosie's Place | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Dextersouthfield School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| New England College | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Crisis Ministries | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Charitable | $4,500 |
| East Cooper Community Outreach | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | Charitable | $4,500 |
| New England Aquarium | Charitable | $4,500 |
| McDaniel College | Charitable | $3,442 |
| Bonnet House | Charitable | $3,000 |
| McKim Community Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert W Macpherson
- Ben W Macpherson
- Katherine B Macpherson
Questions people ask
Does Oxford Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Oxford Fund Inc give?
$79,442 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $4,750.
Who runs Oxford Fund Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert W Macpherson (President-Treasurer), Ben W Macpherson (Vice President - Secretary) and Katherine B Macpherson (Vice President).
What does Oxford Fund Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.