The Oken Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Oken Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wellington, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $547,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $125,000. 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$547,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$87,738
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $316,500 the year before.
44% of its 2024 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 | $316,500 | 13 | $405,957 |
| 2024 | $547,500 | 14 | $87,738 |
How to apply
The Oken Family 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.
What The Oken Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 7 | $387,500 |
| Maryland | 6 | $150,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sullenberger Aviation Museum | Capital Campaign | $125,000 |
| Foundation for the Carolinas | McColl Park Fund | $125,000 |
| Loyola Blakefield | Oken Scholarship | $50,000 |
| Nourish Up | Hunger Hub Campaign | $50,000 |
| Sullenberger Aviation Musuem | Capital Campaign | $40,000 |
| Loyola Blakefield | RL Scholars Program | $40,000 |
| Loyola Blakefield | 64 Scholarship | $25,000 |
| Foundation for the Carolinas | Carolina Theatre Project | $20,000 |
| Loyola University | Evergreen Fund | $20,000 |
| Mint Museum | Gala Donation | $17,500 |
| Wing Haven Foundation | Legacy Campaign | $10,000 |
| Folds of Honor | Gala Event | $10,000 |
| Loyola Blakefield | RL Scholars Program | $10,000 |
| Loyola Blakefield | Greater Glory | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marc D Oken
- Celene D Oken
Questions people ask
Does The Oken Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Oken Family Foundation Inc give?
$547,500 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Oken Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Marc D Oken (President) and Celene D Oken (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does The Oken Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.