Ove W Jorgensen Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ove W Jorgensen Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $337,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$337,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$5.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $208,250 the year before.
50% 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 | $261,333 | 25 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $208,250 | 15 | $5.3 million |
| 2025 | $337,000 | 22 | $5.6 million |
How to apply
Ove W Jorgensen 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 Ove W Jorgensen Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 14 | $150,000 |
| California | 2 | $95,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $55,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $6,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dunn School | General | $75,000 |
| Bridge of Grace Inc | General | $60,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General | $55,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited | General | $20,000 |
| Environmental Defense Center | General | $20,000 |
| Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Humane Fort Wayne | General | $15,000 |
| Wellspring Interfaith Social Servic | General | $12,500 |
| Super Shot | General | $10,000 |
| Trout Unlimited | General | $6,000 |
| Canterbury School | General | $5,000 |
| Fort Wayne Children's Zoo | General | $5,000 |
| Latinos Count | General | $5,000 |
| LC Nature Park | General | $5,000 |
| Niwrc | General | $5,000 |
| Out of the Box Theatre Company | General | $5,000 |
| Syracuse City Parks Department | General | $5,000 |
| Camp Potawotami | General | $2,500 |
| Indiana University | Cinema | $2,000 |
| Junior Acheivement of Northern in | General | $2,000 |
| National Wild Turkey Federation | General | $1,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Ft Wayne | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ben Williams
- Susan Jorgensen
- Molly Jorgensen
- Benjamin Jorgensen
- Bre Jorgensen
Questions people ask
Does Ove W Jorgensen Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ove W Jorgensen Foundation Inc give?
$337,000 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Ove W Jorgensen Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ben Williams (Secretary), Susan Jorgensen (President), Molly Jorgensen (Director) and Benjamin Jorgensen (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ove W Jorgensen Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and animals.