Foster Orben Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Foster Orben Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Columbus, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $136,484 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$136,484
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $62,848 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 | $62,848 | 10 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $136,484 | 9 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Foster Orben Charitable Trust 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 Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 7 | $130,484 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus Hospice | Social Welfare | $75,000 |
| First resbyterian Church | Religion | $16,000 |
| Turning Point | Domestic Violence | $15,000 |
| All Other | All other | $8,484 |
| Columbus Philharmonic | Music | $6,000 |
| Columbus Landmark Foundation | Landmark | $6,000 |
| LaSoupe | Meals for Poor | $5,000 |
| Advocates for Children | Social Welfare | $4,000 |
| Morristown-Beard School | Education | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- robert A Orben
- Mary F Orben
- Virginia Stocker
Questions people ask
Does Foster Orben Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Foster Orben Charitable Trust give?
$136,484 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Foster Orben Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists robert A Orben (President), Mary F Orben (Director) and Virginia Stocker (Director).