Osteo Science Foundation
Osteo Science Foundation is a private foundation based in Princeton, New Jersey, that supports research and education in hard and soft tissue regeneration, with a focus on Oral and CranioMaxillofacial Surgery. It funds research opportunities for eligible professionals and supports clinical training and attendance at research and educational meetings.
Osteo Science Foundation at a glance
In short: Osteo Science Foundation gave $221K across 17 grants in 2024 (avg $13K), top state Oregon. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $220,973
- -40.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 17
- -72.1% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $12,998
- +114.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $4,532
- Total assets
- $505,820
- -0.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Oregon (25% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Osteo Science Foundation
- How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through online application forms and include a principal investigator’s NIH-format biosketch, applicable co-investigator biosketches, a budget, IRB or IACUC approval or a statement that…
Applications must be submitted through online application forms and include a principal investigator’s NIH-format biosketch, applicable co-investigator biosketches, a budget, IRB or IACUC approval or a statement that approval is pending with an expected date, a letter of support, a research plan, and an appendix. The Foundation states that projects must advance hard and soft tissue regeneration in Oral and CranioMaxillofacial Surgery, include an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon contributing at least 10% of project effort, and conduct all research and project-related work in the United States or Canada.
- Review Cycle
- October 1 to December 1.
- Deadline
- October 1 to December 1.
- Contact
Application contact: Andrea Ancheta
Mailing address: 475 Wall Street, Princeton, NJ 08540
Phone: (215) 977-2977
Email: andrea.ancheta@osteoscience.org
Website: https://osteoscience.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Osteo Science Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Colorado State University ($50K). Together the top 5 received $175K.
Organizations only. It also paid 12 grants to individuals ($46,024), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
213 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 196 grants of 213 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation states that its research grant opportunities are for eligible populations in the United States and Canada, and that research and project-related work must be conducted in those countries. In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in Oregon (25%), Colorado (23%), Minnesota (20%), Maryland (11%), and New York (9%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 17 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Osteo Science Foundation gives
- Giving fell 55% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2023 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $221K (2024) to $652K (2020). In 2024 it made 17 grants totaling $221K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University Fort Collins, CO | Grant for Travel Studyor Similar Purpose Progr | $50,000 |
| University of Oregon Eugene, OR | Grant for Travel Study or Similar Purpose Progra | $49,819 |
| The University of Minnesota Minneapolis, MN | Grant for Travel Studyor Similar Purpose Progr | $45,130 |
| State of Maryland Univ of Maryland College Park, MD | Grant for Travel Studyor Similar Purpose Progr | $25,000 |
| 12 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $46,024 |
| Oregon Health Science Univ Portland, OR | Grant for Travel Studyor Similar Purpose Progra | $5,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $505,820 | $1,181,463 | $1,182,103 | $220,973 | 17 | $1,182,103 | $38 | — |
| 2023 | $506,460 | $1,677,354 | $1,550,409 | $368,887 | 61 | $1,550,409 | $1,514 | $24,922 |
| 2022 | $378,801 | $1,504,175 | $1,499,420 | $524,631 | 74 | $1,478,145 | $1,150 | $15,694 |
| 2021 | $358,590 | $1,644,585 | $1,524,787 | $495,509 | 35 | $1,502,376 | $1,377 | $43,258 |
| 2020 | $264,056 | $1,504,331 | $1,493,122 | $652,322 | 26 | — | $1,918 | $19,691 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation’s mission is to advance hard and soft tissue regeneration, focusing on Oral and CranioMaxillofacial Surgery, by promoting high-quality basic and clinical research and education that can improve patient outcomes. Its research priorities include surgical techniques, biomaterials and biologics, tissue regeneration and engineering, and clinically relevant questions in the field.
Its stated programs serve residents and fellows, junior faculty, and clinical and medical researchers in the United States and Canada. The Foundation also reports conducting educational symposiums focused on regenerative medicine in Oral and CranioMaxillofacial Surgery.
One 2024 grantee, Colorado State University, received funding through Colorado State University System’s research and educational support organization, CSU STRATA. CSU STRATA describes its mission as aiding universities governed by the system—including Colorado State University—in their research and educational efforts.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the Foundation reported 17 grants totaling $220,973. Individual grants ranged from $298 to $50,000, with a median of $4,532.
The largest 2024 awards included $50,000 to Colorado State University, $49,819 to the University of Oregon, $45,130 to the University of Minnesota, and $25,000 to the University of Maryland. The listed purposes for these awards refer to travel, study, or similar programs.
The Foundation lists research awards for junior faculty, residents and fellows, as well as research awards and a research fellowship. For example, the Peter Geistlich Research Awards offer up to $50,000 per year for one- or two-year projects, with a maximum total award of $100,000. The Philip J. Boyne Research Awards offer up to $25,000 per year, with a maximum total of $50,000. The Mark E. Wong Resident Research Awards offer up to $10,000 per year, with a maximum total of $20,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Les Burrows, Tara Aghaloo, Sean Edwards, Alan Herford, Jay Malmquist, Peter Moy, Daniel Spagnoli, Paul Tiwana, Mark Wong, and David Frost as directors. Alan Herford is also listed as secretary, Paul Tiwana as chairman, and Mark Wong as treasurer.
Osteo Science Foundation is led by Paul S Tiwana, Director Chairman since 2023 (on filings since 2020); 9 of 10 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Paul S Tiwana
Director Chairman
Director → Director Chairman, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$10K (2020) → $10K (2024)
Alan Herford
Director Secretary
Director & Chairman* → Director & Secretary, 2022
Director & Secretary → Director Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$10K (2020) → $10K (2024)
Jay Malmquist
Director
Director, Secretary & Treasurer → Director Secretary Treasurer, 2023
Director Secretary Treasurer → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$10K (2020) → $10K (2024)
Mark E K Wong
Director Treasurer
Director & Chairman → Director, 2023
Director → Director Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$10K (2020) → $10K (2024)
Peter Moy
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$10K (2020) → $10K (2024)
Sean Edwards
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$5K (2020) → $10K (2024)
Daniel Spagnoli
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$5K (2022) → $10K (2024)
Tara Aghaloo
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
$5K (2023) → $18K (2024)
David Frost
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
$2K (2024)
Les Burrows
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Greg Bosch (2020–2022) — Treasurer & Director
- Former: Alan Barnard (2020–2021) — Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $18K, to Tara Aghaloo (Director). 9 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Osteo Science Foundation
How much does Osteo Science Foundation give each year?
Osteo Science Foundation gave $221K across 17 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $369K across 61 grants.
What is Osteo Science Foundation's typical grant size?
Osteo Science Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $4,532, and its average grant was $12,998, across 17 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Osteo Science Foundation give grants?
Osteo Science Foundation's top state is Oregon, with 25% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Colorado (23%) and Minnesota (20%).
Does Osteo Science Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 17 grants with a stated purpose on Osteo Science Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Grant for Travel Study or Similar Purpose Progra" (13 grants) and "Grant for Travel Studyor Similar Purpose Progr" (3 grants).
Who are Osteo Science Foundation's largest grantees?
Osteo Science Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Colorado State University ($50,000), University of Oregon ($49,819) and The University of Minnesota ($45,130), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 12 grants to individuals ($46,024), which are not listed by name. Together they received 66% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Osteo Science Foundation?
Osteo Science Foundation reported $506K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $1.2M.
What does Osteo Science Foundation fund?
The Foundation’s mission is to advance hard and soft tissue regeneration, focusing on Oral and CranioMaxillofacial Surgery, by promoting high-quality basic and clinical research and education that can improve patient outcomes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Osteo Science Foundation?
Applications must be submitted through online application forms and include a principal investigator’s NIH-format biosketch, applicable co-investigator biosketches, a budget, IRB or IACUC approval or a statement that… Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Osteo Science Foundation's EIN?
Osteo Science Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-1424497. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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