The Obernauer Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Obernauer Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Howard Beach, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $296,850 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $76,000. 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$296,850
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$76,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was up from $272,850 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $285,850 | 27 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $272,850 | 25 | $6.2 million |
| 2025 | $296,850 | 28 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
The Obernauer 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.
What The Obernauer Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 4 | $98,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $70,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $55,250 |
| Arizona | 2 | $35,000 |
| New York | 6 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $6,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lift | General operating support | $76,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Yale University | General operating support | $45,000 |
| Barrow Neurological Foundation | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Committee for Responsible Federal Budget | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Congregation Emanu-El of the City of Ny | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Sandra Day O'Connor Institute | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Trinity School | General operating support | $6,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General operating support | $5,000 |
| New Beginnings Family Academy | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Wellesley College | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Management Leadership for Tomorrow | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Shady Side Academy | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Ice Hockey in Harlem | General operating support | $1,500 |
| Ashoka | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Clubhouse International | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Food Bank of the Rockies | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank | General operating support | $1,000 |
| New York Community Trust | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Women's Campaign International | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | General operating support | $500 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | General operating support | $250 |
| Mayo Clinic | General operating support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Obernauer
- Michael Obernauer
- Marne Obernauer Jr
- Mary Jo Esposito
Questions people ask
Does The Obernauer Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Obernauer Foundation Inc give?
$296,850 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Obernauer Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew Obernauer (VP & Dir), Michael Obernauer (VP & Dir), Marne Obernauer Jr (Pres & Dir) and Mary Jo Esposito (Secy).
What does The Obernauer Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and food and hunger.