O'C Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
O'C Family Foundation is a private foundation in Itasca, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $140,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$140,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $110,650 the year before.
67% 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 | $227,000 | 7 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $110,650 | 5 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $140,000 | 6 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
O'C Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $70,000 |
| California | 2 | $60,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Big Shoulders Fund | To support higher education. | $50,000 |
| Eisenhower Hospital | To support the health care. | $50,000 |
| Hidden Truths Project | In honor of Hannah Ruark. | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach Food Bank | Supporting feeding those in need. | $10,000 |
| Shore | Helping those with intellectual and other developmental disabilities. | $10,000 |
| Equestrian Connection NFP | Helping to serve the lives of thousands of mentally, emotionally and physically challenged children and adults, | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin O'Connor
- Daniel O'Connor
- Patricia O'Connor Mergener
- Christine O'Connor Lane
- Matthew O'Connor
Questions people ask
Does O'C Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does O'C Family Foundation give?
$140,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs O'C Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martin O'Connor (Sec/Treas/Adv.dir.), Daniel O'Connor (Adv. Dir.), Patricia O'Connor Mergener (Director) and Christine O'Connor Lane (President/Adv.dir.) among 5 officers and trustees.