Opportunity 1888 Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Opportunity 1888 Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Jefferson City, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $900 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $300. 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$900
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$300
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $500 the year before.
100% 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 | $500 | 1 | $0 |
| 2024 | $900 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Opportunity 1888 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Opportunity 1888 Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 2 | $600 |
| Virginia | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Deca | Donation | $300 |
| Friends of Music | Donation | $300 |
| Flba | Donation | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald Shipley
- David Shipley
- Jacquelyn Jackson
- Alonzo Redmon
- Ozel M Freeman
- Timothy Shipley
- Laura Smith
Questions people ask
Does Opportunity 1888 Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Opportunity 1888 Foundation Inc give?
$900 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Opportunity 1888 Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald Shipley (President), David Shipley (Secretary), Jacquelyn Jackson (Director) and Alonzo Redmon (Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Opportunity 1888 Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.