Overlake Fund
Preselected recipients only
Overlake Fund is a private foundation in Burlington, Vermont. In tax year 2024 it gave $411,334 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $333,334. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$411,334
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$333,334
- Assets$381 million
How to apply
Overlake Fund 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 Overlake Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Vermont.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vermont | 3 | $386,334 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Vermont Foundation | To support research, education, and other initiatives of vermont complex systems institute | $333,334 |
| University of Vermont Foundation | To support hillel at the university of vermont | $45,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | To support science and health research | $25,000 |
| Jewish Communities of Vermont | To support general operations and the library | $8,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William L Gottesman
- Debra L Gottesman
Questions people ask
Does Overlake Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Overlake Fund give?
$411,334 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Overlake Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists William L Gottesman (Director, President, and Treasurer) and Debra L Gottesman (Director and Secretary).
What does Overlake Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.