Funding Amount

US $2,000 - US $20,000

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • The George A.
  • Ohl, Jr.

Overview

George A. Ohl, Jr. Trust Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: George A Ohl Jr Trust Nect
Amount: US $2,000 - US $20,000
Last Updated: December 09, 2025

Summary

The George A. Ohl, Jr. Trust Grant supports nonprofit organizations in New Jersey that focus on community welfare. Established by George A. Ohl, Jr. through a testamentary bequest, the foundation aims to enhance the well-being of state residents. Grants typically range from $2,000 to $20,000, with around 25 grants awarded annually. The foundation prioritizes programs that assist the poor, improve living conditions, and provide care for vulnerable populations.

Overview

About the Foundation George A. Ohl, Jr. lived in Newark, New Jersey, and he established this foundation through a testamentary bequest. The purpose of the foundation is to improve the well-being of New Jersey citizens. Mr. Ohl died on February 16, 1947. Mission To provide grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey whose programs focus on community welfare efforts. Average Giving Average grant size: $2,000 to $20,000  Average number of grants per year: 25

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The George A. Ohl, Jr. Trust awards grants to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey whose programs focus on community welfare efforts.To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

What George a Ohl Jr Trust actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025

Grants in 2025
30
Total given
$190K
Median grant
$5,000
Range
$2,000–$15K
  • By dollars: New Jersey 95%, Texas 5%. Top recipient cities: Newark, NJ; Morristown, NJ; Summit, NJ.
  • 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 50% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Community Foundation of New Jersey · Morristown, NJ

    General operating

    $15K

  • Homefront Inc · Lawrence Township, NJ

    General operating

    $10K

  • Freeworld · Austin, TX

    General operating

    $10K

  • St Vincent Academy · Newark, NJ

    General operating

    $7,500

  • Craig School · Mountain Lakes, NJ

    General operating

    $7,500

IRS Form 990-PF, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Human services
  • Poverty alleviation
  • Foundation

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