The Oehmig Foundation
Accepts applications
The Oehmig Foundation is a private foundation in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $113,600 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$113,600
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $112,750 the year before.
36% 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 | $103,491 | 13 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $112,750 | 9 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $113,600 | 11 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | William C Oehmig 736 Georgia Avenue Suite 501, Chattanooga, TN 37402 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (281) 658-6749 |
| What to submit | Solicitation must be received in writing and include all applicable information about the charity. |
| Restrictions | Awards are limited to public charities only. |
What The Oehmig Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 4 | $70,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $3,600 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Waterfowl Foundation | To secure the future of waterfowl and waterfowl hunting. | $25,000 |
| Tennessee Wildlife | Ensure that tennessee's water, wildlife, and wild places will thrive for generations to come. | $25,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited Inc | Help to conserve, protect and enhance wetland habitat in norrth america. | $20,000 |
| The Baylor Fund | To further to exempt purpose of the organization | $20,000 |
| American First Policy Institute | To further to exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Siskin Children's Institute | To further to exempt purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | To provide comfort, hope, and much-needed assistance to thousands of families and individuals this season of gratitude, love and care. | $5,000 |
| Boot Campaign | To further to exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| First Baptist Church of Greenville | To further to exempt purpose of the organization | $2,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | To honor the sacrifice of firefighter stephen siller, who laid down his life to save others on september 11, 2001. | $2,500 |
| New Prospect Baptist Church | To further to exempt purpose of the organization | $1,100 |
Officers and trustees
- William C Oehmig
- Alice C Oehmig
- William B Oehmig
Questions people ask
Does The Oehmig Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Oehmig Foundation give?
$113,600 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Oehmig Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William C Oehmig (Ceo), Alice C Oehmig (Vp/Sec/Trustee) and William B Oehmig (Treasurer).
What does The Oehmig Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.