Quick Summary
Name: Ralph E Ogden Foundation Inc Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $2,487,950 (2023) |
| Grant Range | Not publicly disclosed |
| Average Grant | ~$62,200 (based on 40 grants in 2023) |
| Application Method | Invitation Only / No Public Process |
Contact Details
Address: PO Box 290, Mountainville, NY 10953-0290 Phone: 845-534-3423 Website: Not available Email: Not available
Geographic Focus
Primarily New York State, with emphasis on:
- Mountainville, NY area
- New York, NY
- Regional arts and educational institutions
Funding Priorities
- Arts: Major support for museums, outdoor sculpture, and visual arts (including founding donor of Storm King Art Center)
- Education: Educational institutions and programs
- Community Welfare: Support for community organizations
Notable examples:
- Storm King Art Center (founding donor, $2.5M+ in recent capital projects)
- Sculpture acquisitions by Mark di Suvero, Alexander Calder, Roy Lichtenstein
- Educational programming and outreach
What They Don't Fund
- Individuals
- Unsolicited requests (foundation only makes contributions to preselected organizations)
Application Method
No public application process. The foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Grants are made at the discretion of the board of trustees.
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