George W Otrin Jr Incentive Award Fund Essex
Historical FunderEssex, Connecticut · EIN 27-6786133 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $1,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | OLD SAYBROOK SENIOR HIGHSCHOOL SELE |
|---|---|
| Address | C/O OLD SAYBROOK SENIOR HIGHSCHOOL, OLD SAYBROOK CT 06475 |
| Phone | 8603953175 |
| Form and materials | AMONG THE TOP TEN STUDENTS OF OLD SAYBROOK H-S |
| Deadlines | BY 4/30 THE AMOUNTS WILL BE SPLIT EQUALLY AMONGS THOSE SELECTED STUDENTS |
| Restrictions | NOT TO EXCEED $ 5000.00 |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caroline Ancona | Essex, CT | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Talia Bauer | Essex, CT | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Morgan Bubello | Essex, CT | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Tenzin Choedhar | Essex, CT | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Abigail Laskowski | Essex, CT | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Erin Nygard | Essex, CT | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Liam Roberts | Essex, CT | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Owen Courtright | Essex, CT | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Emilia Wacker | Essex, CT | Scholarship | $1,500 |
| Lauren Kapp | Essex, CT | Scholarship | $1,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,000 | 10 |
| 2024 | $16,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $11,700 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631339349103408
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-6786133
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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