The Ottinger Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Ottinger Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Roseland, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $300,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$300,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $210,000 the year before.
60% 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 | $210,000 | 5 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $300,000 | 5 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
The Ottinger 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $175,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $75,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tides Foundation | General | $75,000 |
| Michigan Organizing Project | General | $75,000 |
| Make the Road | General | $75,000 |
| Environmental and Energy Study Institute | General | $50,000 |
| Pace University | General | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Ottinger
- June Godfrey Ottinger
- Randy Ottinger
- Lea Anne Ottinger
- Ron Ottinger
- Larry Ottinger
- Cinthia Schumann
- Michael Goldberg
- Jenny Ottinger
- Karen Heath
- Bill Zabel
Questions people ask
Does The Ottinger Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ottinger Foundation Inc give?
$300,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Ottinger Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Ottinger (Director), June Godfrey Ottinger (Director), Randy Ottinger (Director) and Lea Anne Ottinger (Director) among 11 officers and trustees.