OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc
OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Its filings report grants to charitable organizations, including organizations working in animal welfare, environmental protection, conservation, and community health.
OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc gave $337K across 22 grants in 2026 (avg $15K), top state Indiana. 27% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $337,000
- +61.8% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 22
- +46.7% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $15,318
- +10.3% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $3,907,421
- -2.5% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 27% first-time grantees (6 of 22, 2026; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Indiana (45% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 11648, Fort Wayne, IN 46859
Phone: (260) 609-5519
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Dunn School ($75K). Together the top 10 received $294K.
Grant Size Distribution
96 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 89 grants of 96 (93%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In filing year 2026, grant dollars went to recipients in Indiana (45%), California (28%), Washington, D.C. (16%), Tennessee (6%), and Virginia (2%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 22 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
27%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 6 of 22 grantees (27%) were first-time recipients. With only 22 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $16K; repeat grants $15K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $8K repeat.
- 50% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving grew 53% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 132% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2026). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $208K (2025) to $337K (2026). In 2026 it made 22 grants totaling $337K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dunn School Los Olivos, CA | General | $75,000 |
| Bridge of Grace Inc Fort Wayne, IN | General | $60,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund Washington, DC | General | $55,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited Memphis, TN | General | $20,000 |
| Environmental Defense Center Santa Barbara, CA | General | $20,000 |
| Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation Syracuse, IN | General | $20,000 |
| Humane Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN | General | $15,000 |
| Wellspring Interfaith Social Servic Fort Wayne, IN | General | $12,500 |
| Super Shot Fort Wayne, IN | General | $10,000 |
| Trout Unlimited Arlington, VA | General | $6,000 |
Ready to take the next step with OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,907,421 | $257,837 | $357,347 | $337,000 | 22 | $337,000 | $237,490 | $255,901 |
| 2025 | $4,006,931 | $289,118 | $229,851 | $208,250 | 15 | $208,250 | $267,500 | $243,674 |
| 2024 | $3,947,664 | $167,392 | $284,121 | $261,333 | 25 | $261,333 | $146,339 | $218,369 |
| 2023 | $4,064,393 | $18,471 | $240,367 | $220,900 | 13 | $218,200 | $80,292 | $218,775 |
| 2022 | $4,286,289 | $435,326 | $286,554 | $242,586 | 21 | $242,586 | $419,128 | $247,530 |
| 2021 | $4,137,517 | $1,217,234 | $237,175 | $215,000 | 12 | — | $1,195,059 | $191,561 |
| 2020 | $3,157,458 | $147,111 | $263,888 | $216,500 | 14 | — | $123,647 | $210,076 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $256K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s grant recipients include organizations with varied missions. Humane Fort Wayne describes its work as providing lifesaving resources to pets and their people. The Environmental Defense Center says it protects and enhances the local environment through education, advocacy, and legal action, while the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation describes its mission as preserving and enhancing the Wawasee watershed. Super Shot says it works to promote vaccination and increase access to immunizations for children and adults in Allen County and surrounding communities.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation reported 22 grants totaling $337,000. Awards ranged from $1,000 to $75,000, with a median of $5,000. Among the largest were $75,000 to Dunn School, $60,000 to Bridge of Grace Inc, and $55,000 to World Wildlife Fund. Other grants included $20,000 each to Ducks Unlimited, Environmental Defense Center, and Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation.
In 2025, reported grants included $35,000 to Humane Fort Wayne, $20,000 to Environmental Defense Center, $10,000 each to Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation and World Wildlife Fund, and $7,750 to Super Shot.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Susan Jorgensen as president, Ben Williams as secretary, and Molly Jorgensen, Benjamin Jorgensen, and Bre Jorgensen as directors.
OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc is led by Susan Jorgensen, President since 2025 (on filings since 2020); none of the 5 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Susan Jorgensen
President
Director → Vice President, 2021
Vice President → President, 2025
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Benjamin Jorgensen
Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Molly Jorgensen
Director
On filings since 2025
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Bre Jorgensen
Director
New on the 2026 filing
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ben Williams
Secretary
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Jane Jorgensen (2020–2024) — Director
- Former: Jay O. Jorgensen (2020–2024) — President
- Former: Molly Stevens (2021–2024) — Director
- Former: Nicholas Stevens (2021–2024) — Director
- Former: Alice Gilaroo (2020) — Director
- Former: Diane Oberlin (2020) — Manager
- Former: Steve Williams (2020) — Director
- Former: Wells Fargo Bank Indiana NA (2020) — Agent for Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc
How much does OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc give each year?
OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc gave $337K across 22 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $208K across 15 grants.
What is OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc's median grant in 2026 was $5,000, and its average grant was $15,318, across 22 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc that year got $16K on average.
Where does OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc give grants?
OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc's top state is Indiana, with 45% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (28%) and District of Columbia (16%). The most frequent recipient cities were Fort Wayne, IN (9 grants) and Syracuse, IN (2 grants).
Does OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 95% of OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (21 of 22) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc's largest 2026 grantees include Dunn School ($75,000), Bridge of Grace Inc ($60,000) and World Wildlife Fund ($55,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 56% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc?
OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc reported $3.9M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $337K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $256K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s grant recipients include organizations with varied missions. Humane Fort Wayne describes its work as providing lifesaving resources to pets and their people. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc's EIN?
OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-2050475. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Does OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS May 14, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders that support many of the same organizations
Enterprise Holdings Foundation
Saint Louis, MO
The Enterprise Holdings Foundation supports charitable and educational nonprofits in communities where Enterprise Mobility operates, focusing on health, education, arts, and disaster relief; applicants must be actively supported by an Enterprise Mobility team member, spouse, or domestic partner. Giving varies widely: it reported 9,499 grants in 2024, but its 2025 filing showed one grant of $101.4 million, so that amount is not a typical award. Applications are accepted at any time through eligible Enterprise-affiliated applicants; the Foundation does not limit giving to preselected organizations.
Assets
$594.3M
Grants
1
Total Given
$101.4M
Parkview Health System Inc
Fort Wayne, IN
Parkview Health System funds collaborative programs that address community health needs, including health-care access, mental health, substance use, maternal and child health, and other social drivers of health, with priority for underserved populations in northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio. Its 2024 grants ranged from $5,100 to $2.8 million, with a median of $40,000; its mini-grants offer up to $5,000. It accepts unsolicited applications through online forms, with mini-grant requests accepted year-round and reviewed quarterly; program-support applications have a stated application window.
Assets
$2.5B
Grants
23
Total Given
$5.6M
Duke Energy Foundation
Charlotte, NC
The Duke Energy Foundation funds workforce and local economic development, disaster resilience, conservation, clean water, and economic opportunity in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Its 2024 grants had a median of $25,000; applications for grants of $20,000 or less are accepted year-round, after applicants discuss proposals with a state representative.
Assets
$1.9M
Grants
41
Total Given
$25.6M
The James Foundation Inc
Auburn, IN
The James Foundation funds education and scholarships, arts and culture, and innovative projects that improve quality of life, primarily in Northeast Indiana, while also supporting some national organizations. Its 2025 grants ranged from $500 to $3 million, with a median of $10,000. Its website says it is not accepting applications at this time; the 2025 filing describes a preliminary grant application.
Assets
$10.6M
Grants
71
Total Given
$8.9M
Dr Louis a and Anne B Schneider Fdn
Pittsburgh, PA
This foundation funds direct-service projects and programs addressing demonstrated community needs, especially those benefiting underserved people, with priorities including health, hunger relief, housing, education, and arts programming in the Fort Wayne/Allen County area. Its 2025 grants ranged from $1,650 to $50,000, with a median of $15,000. A 2023 filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations, but whether it accepts unsolicited requests is not stated.
Assets
$13.8M
Grants
37
Total Given
$693K
Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne Inc
Fort Wayne, IN
The Community Foundation of Greater Fort Wayne funds nonprofits, scholarships, and community initiatives, with grant programs focused on Allen County and Northeast Indiana; its 2025 grants had a median award of $17,450, while specific programs offer up to $50,000. It accepts applications through some competitive grant programs, subject to program guidelines and application periods.
Assets
$287.7M
Grants
299
Total Given
$12.9M
More similar funders
More Funders in Indiana
Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 11, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/ove-w-jorgensen-foundation-inc-morg_4908896b94b948c6833bb73f7a7ca9ca
BibTeX
@misc{grantable_352050475_2026,
author = {{Grantable}},
title = {{OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc funder profile}},
howpublished = {GrantGraph},
year = {2026},
url = {https://grantable.co/funders/ove-w-jorgensen-foundation-inc-morg_4908896b94b948c6833bb73f7a7ca9ca},
note = {Accessed 2026-10-11. Data licensed CC BY 4.0}
}The figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0: reuse them with credit to Grantable and a link. Download the data.
Figures come from OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
OVE W Jorgensen Foundation Inc down — hundreds of funders to go?