The O'Neill Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The O'Neill Foundation is a private foundation in Newark, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $194,600 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$194,600
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $167,500 the year before.
8% 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 | $152,500 | 15 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $167,500 | 18 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $194,600 | 13 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
The O'Neill 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 The O'Neill Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 13 | $194,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Licking County Foundation | Sullivan building match challengehebron childcare research projectjourney to 5 fundwest canal park fund | $60,000 |
| Licking Memorial Health Foundation | Golf gala sponsorthe center at lmhs project | $30,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Newark | Community programs for youths - annual fund and endowment fund | $26,000 |
| Newark Development Partners | Newark arcade project | $25,000 |
| Ohio State University Foundation and the Ohio State University Newark | Renovation of hodges reese hall | $25,000 |
| United Way of Licking County | Community programs | $7,500 |
| Columbus Council on World Affairs | Annual fund | $6,000 |
| Food Pantry Network of Licking County | Fundraising event - granville turkey trotannual support | $6,000 |
| Pelotonia | Cancer research | $3,500 |
| Newark Granville Symphony Orchestra | Support | $2,500 |
| St Vincent Haven - St Vincent de Paul Housing Facilities Inc | Building hope expansion project | $1,100 |
| Granville Community Foundation | Community programs | $1,000 |
| Buckeye Family YMCA | Pre-school program | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert E O'Neill
- Thomas M Cummiskey
- Alex O'Neill
- Ellen O'Neill
Questions people ask
Does The O'Neill Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The O'Neill Foundation give?
$194,600 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The O'Neill Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert E O'Neill (President), Thomas M Cummiskey (Treasurer), Alex O'Neill (Trustee) and Ellen O'Neill (Trustee).
What does The O'Neill Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, science and research and health.