Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders
Preselected recipients only
Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders is a private foundation in Lakewood, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $300 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $100. 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$300
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$100
- Assets$6,899
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $300 the year before.
100% 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 | $189 | 2 | $5,631 |
| 2024 | $300 | 3 | $6,613 |
| 2025 | $300 | 3 | $6,899 |
How to apply
Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders 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 Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 3 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Manalapan NJ Veterans | Donation | $100 |
| Bradley Beach NJ Food Pantry | Donation | $100 |
| Lakewood NJ Historical Museum | Donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Ted Bertiger
- Dennis Hodge
- Geoff Curtiss
- Frank Neufeld
Questions people ask
Does Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders give?
$300 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders?
Its 2025 filing lists Ted Bertiger (President), Dennis Hodge (Vice President), Geoff Curtiss (Secretary) and Frank Neufeld (Treasurer).
What does Ocean County Society of Model Railroaders fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, food and hunger and veterans.