Oedipus Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Oedipus Foundation is a private foundation in Dover, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $26,489 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $12,240. 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$26,489
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$12,240
- Assets$210,423
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was down from $31,199 the year before.
9% of its 2024 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 | $31,199 | 31 | $207,167 |
| 2024 | $26,489 | 23 | $210,423 |
How to apply
Oedipus 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Oedipus Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 16 | $21,808 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,041 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $1,041 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,041 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $325 |
| California | 1 | $129 |
| Vermont | 1 | $104 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Servings | Unrestricted | $12,240 |
| Various Charities | Unrestricted | $2,104 |
| Asian Task Force | Unrestricted | $1,223 |
| Bellforge Arts Center | Unrestricted | $1,041 |
| Bustin' Barriers | Unrestricted | $1,041 |
| Dover Land Conservation Trust | Unrestricted | $1,041 |
| Non-Event | Unrestricted | $1,041 |
| Stop Handgun Violence | Unrestricted | $1,041 |
| Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary | Unrestricted | $1,041 |
| Conservation Law Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,041 |
| Globalgiving | Unrestricted | $1,041 |
| Chanel Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Sam & Dewrah Foundation | Unrestricted | $325 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | Unrestricted | $208 |
| WMBR | Unrestricted | $208 |
| With A Little Help From My Friends | Unrestricted | $129 |
| Arts & Business Council of Greater Boston Inc | Unrestricted | $104 |
| Claddagh Fund | Unrestricted | $104 |
| Dover Historical Society | Unrestricted | $104 |
| Jenna's Promise | Unrestricted | $104 |
| Multiple Sclerosis | Unrestricted | $104 |
| Zumix | Unrestricted | $104 |
| Dover Neighbors Fund | Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Hyson
Questions people ask
Does Oedipus Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Oedipus Foundation give?
$26,489 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Oedipus Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward Hyson (Trustee).
What does Oedipus Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and arts and culture.