The Oakfield Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Oakfield Foundation is a private foundation in Belmont, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $214,700 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$214,700
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $179,250 the year before.
29% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $167,580 | 7 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $179,250 | 8 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $214,700 | 7 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
The Oakfield 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
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $49,700 |
| Alabama | 1 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Hope for Fertility Foundation | Funding of Charitable Operations | $50,000 |
| Brain & Behavior Research Foundation | Funding of Charitable Operations | $50,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | Funding of Charitable Operations | $40,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Funding of Charitable Operations | $25,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | Funding of Charitable Operations | $20,000 |
| Horizons for Homeless Children | Funding of Charitable Operations | $19,700 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | Funding of Charitable Operations | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martha D Vorlicek
- Anthony M Vorlicek
Questions people ask
Does The Oakfield Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Oakfield Foundation give?
$214,700 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Oakfield Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martha D Vorlicek (Trustee) and Anthony M Vorlicek (Trustee).