The Jesse H and Susan R Oppenheimer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jesse H and Susan R Oppenheimer Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $642,175 in 76 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $136,000. 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$642,175
- Number of grants76
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$136,000
- Assets$15.3 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $551,150 the year before.
28% 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 | $490,050 | 74 | $11.3 million |
| 2024 | $551,150 | 82 | $13.5 million |
| 2025 | $642,175 | 76 | $15.3 million |
How to apply
The Jesse H and Susan R Oppenheimer 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 Jesse H and Susan R Oppenheimer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 30 | $400,675 |
| New York | 7 | $50,200 |
| District of Columbia | 12 | $49,400 |
| California | 6 | $44,100 |
| Maryland | 5 | $24,900 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $20,000 |
| Alabama | 2 | $12,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $12,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $10,000 |
| Iowa | 3 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone School | Operating fund | $136,000 |
| Temple Beth-El | Operating fund | $49,500 |
| Planned Parenthood South Texas | Operating fund | $25,000 |
| KLRN Public Television | Operating fund | $21,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Operating fund | $20,000 |
| McNay Art Museum | Operating fund | $19,600 |
| Minds Matter Bay Area | Operating fund | $15,000 |
| Alcuin School | Operating fund | $15,000 |
| Ut Health Mays Cancer Center | Operating fund | $15,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Operating fund | $15,000 |
| Tmi Episcopal | Operating fund | $15,000 |
| Raices Office of Development | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| NPR | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| PBS Socal (PBS) | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Ut Health San Antonio | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Saint Mary's Hall | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Amnesty International | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Child Advocates San Antonio | Operating fund | $9,000 |
| Alamo Colleges Foundation | Operating fund | $8,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Operating fund | $7,000 |
| Ballet San Antonio | Operating fund | $5,500 |
| Salk Institute | Operating fund | $5,200 |
| Brigid Alliance | Operating fund | $5,200 |
| San Antonio Botanical Gardens | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| Ut Health Dehs Program | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| The Doseum | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| Obama Foundation | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| The Wilderness Society | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| USA for Unhcr | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| Unrwa USA National Committee | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| Blood and Tissue Center Foundation | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| California Classical Kusc | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| Democracy Docket LLC | Operating fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca Nathan
- Jacob Oppenheimer
- Daniel Oppenheimer
- Harrison Cohn
Questions people ask
Does The Jesse H and Susan R Oppenheimer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jesse H and Susan R Oppenheimer Foundation give?
$642,175 in tax year 2025, across 76 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Jesse H and Susan R Oppenheimer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rebecca Nathan (Trustee), Jacob Oppenheimer (Trustee), Daniel Oppenheimer (Trustee) and Harrison Cohn (Trustee).
What does The Jesse H and Susan R Oppenheimer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.