Oatey Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Oatey Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $575,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$575,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $689,250 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $598,250 | 27 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $689,250 | 32 | $8.2 million |
| 2025 | $575,000 | 24 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
Oatey 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 Oatey Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 21 | $532,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $30,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $8,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community West Foundation | General support | $200,000 |
| Velosano | General support | $55,000 |
| Metrohealth Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Partnership | Ge | $50,000 |
| Living Waters for the World | General support | $30,000 |
| Youth Challenge | General support | $30,000 |
| Cleveland Water Alliance | General support | $25,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Cleveland | General support | $25,000 |
| Achievement Centers for Children | General support | $14,000 |
| Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum | General support | $12,500 |
| Greater Cleveland Sports Commission | General support | $12,000 |
| Diversity Center of NE Ohio | General support | $10,000 |
| Providence House | General support | $10,000 |
| Jackson Hole Ski and Snow Club | General support | $8,000 |
| Cleveland Leadership Center | General support | $6,500 |
| America Scores Cleveland | General support | $6,000 |
| American Red Cross of Greater Cleveland | General support | $5,000 |
| Maltz Museum | General support | $5,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D Michigan Northern Ohio | General support | $5,000 |
| Ucp of Greater Cleveland | General support | $4,500 |
| Cleveland Council on World Affairs | General support | $3,000 |
| Cleveland Public Theatre | General support | $3,000 |
| North Coast Community Homes | General support | $3,000 |
| Cleveland Animal Protective League | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kelsey McMillan
- Lisa Oatey
- Gavin McMillan
- Mason Oatey
- William Oatey
- Gary Oatey Sr
- Nancy McMillan
- Gehry Oatey Jr
Questions people ask
Does Oatey Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Oatey Foundation give?
$575,000 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Oatey Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kelsey McMillan (Trustee & President), Lisa Oatey (Trustee & Secretary), Gavin McMillan (Trustee & Vice President) and Mason Oatey (Trustee & Treasurer) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Oatey Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and arts and culture.