John K & Margaret A Ogren Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John K & Margaret A Ogren Foundation is a private foundation in Stillwater, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,636 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$28,636
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,454 the year before.
54% 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 | $25,052 | 11 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $28,454 | 11 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $28,636 | 13 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
John K & Margaret A Ogren 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.
What John K & Margaret A Ogren Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 9 | $15,700 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $2,436 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Community Foundation | Program support | $10,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Program support | $10,000 |
| Unbound | Program support | $2,136 |
| New Life Family Services | Program support | $1,000 |
| Philomena House | Program support | $1,000 |
| The Curing Alzheimer's Disease Foundation | Program support | $1,000 |
| Youth Service Bureau | Program support | $1,000 |
| Church of Saint Michael | Building and grounds endowment fund support | $700 |
| Senitizo | Program support | $500 |
| Valley Outreach | Program support | $500 |
| Cure of Ars | Program support | $300 |
| Corrie's House | Program support | $250 |
| Infants Remembered in Silence | Program support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark J Ogren
- Christopher R Ogren
- Stephen D Ogren
- Erik W Ogren
Questions people ask
Does John K & Margaret A Ogren Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John K & Margaret A Ogren Foundation give?
$28,636 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs John K & Margaret A Ogren Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark J Ogren (President), Christopher R Ogren (Vice President), Stephen D Ogren (Secretary) and Erik W Ogren (Treasurer).
What does John K & Margaret A Ogren Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and faith communities.