The Opportunity Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Opportunity Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $527,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $113,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$527,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$113,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $477,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $789,000 | 5 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $477,000 | 4 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $527,000 | 4 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Opportunity 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 4 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $300,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $225,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Institute for Justice | Rational basis strategy | $300,000 |
| Cato Institute | Programs advancing the foundationsstrategic goals as discussed with petergoettler (pres.) et al. | $225,000 |
| American Council on Science and Health | General fund | $1,000 |
| Princeton First Aid and Rescue Squad | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Cullen
- Mary C Muehlstein
- Sherise Ritter
Questions people ask
Does The Opportunity Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Opportunity Foundation give?
$527,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $113,000.
Who runs The Opportunity Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Cullen (President/Treasurer), Mary C Muehlstein (Vice President/Secretary) and Sherise Ritter (Trustee).