National Opossum Society Inc
Preselected recipients only
National Opossum Society Inc is a private foundation in Catonsville, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $32,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$32,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$218,753
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $55,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $55,000 | 11 | $246,969 |
| 2024 | $32,000 | 8 | $218,753 |
How to apply
National Opossum Society 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What National Opossum Society Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wildlife Works Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Ferncroft Wildlife Rescue | General purpose | $5,000 |
| North Country Wild Care | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Opossum Pouch Rescue and Rehabilitation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Rowena Wildlife Clinic | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Woodlands and Wildlife Refuge Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Wildlife Rescue League | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Wetlands & Wildlife Care Center | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janice D Hughlett
- Paula R Arms
- Patty Wallace Stewart
Questions people ask
Does National Opossum Society Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does National Opossum Society Inc give?
$32,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs National Opossum Society Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Janice D Hughlett (President), Paula R Arms (Vice President/Secretary) and Patty Wallace Stewart (Treasurer).
What does National Opossum Society Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.