The Oliver R Grace Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Oliver R Grace Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $334,500 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$334,500
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $291,250 the year before.
78% 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 | $200,500 | 15 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $291,250 | 18 | $6.6 million |
| 2025 | $334,500 | 24 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
The Oliver R Grace 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 The Oliver R Grace Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 4 | $156,000 |
| Florida | 9 | $82,000 |
| New York | 5 | $64,000 |
| Tennessee | 5 | $27,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salisbury School | Educational | $125,000 |
| North Shore Land Alliance | Civic | $50,000 |
| Palm Beach Day Academy | Educational | $25,000 |
| Yale University | Educational | $20,000 |
| Bethesda by the Sea | Religious | $10,000 |
| David Lipscomb Academy | Civic | $10,000 |
| Flagler Museum | Civic | $10,000 |
| Frick Collection | Civic | $10,000 |
| Hobe Sound Community Chest | Civic | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach Civic Assoc | Civic | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach Zoo | Civic | $10,000 |
| Salisbury School | Educational | $6,000 |
| Buckley Institute | Educational | $5,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | Medical | $5,000 |
| Nashville Zoo | Civic | $5,000 |
| St Georges Church | Religious | $5,000 |
| Teneo Network Inc | Civic | $5,000 |
| Univ of Nashville Montgomery Bell A | Educational | $5,000 |
| St Georges Kindergarten | Educational | $2,500 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Civic | $2,000 |
| Preservation Long Island | Civic | $1,500 |
| First Serve | Civic | $1,000 |
| Historical Society of Palm Beach Co | Civic | $1,000 |
| 564 Park Avenue Preservation Fdn | Civic | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Oliver R Grace Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Oliver R Grace Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Oliver R Grace Charitable Foundation give?
$334,500 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs The Oliver R Grace Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Oliver R Grace Jr (TTEE).
What does The Oliver R Grace Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and animals.