Ocora Foundation
Invitation OnlyWayzata, Minnesota · EIN 85-4273077 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$540K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$80,000
Total assets$5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $17,500 and $100,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
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 Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Innercity Tennis Foundation | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $100,000 |
| Minnesota Zoo Foundation | Apple Valley, MN | Program support | $100,000 |
| Rescue Network Inc | Buffalo, MN | Program support | $100,000 |
| The Bitty Kitty Brigade | Little Canada, MN | Program support | $80,000 |
| Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Mn | Roseville, MN | Program support | $80,000 |
| This Old Horse | Hastings, MN | Program support | $50,000 |
| My Very Own Bed | Minneapolis, MN | Program support | $17,500 |
| Corner of Kindness | St Bonifacius, MN | Program support | $12,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $539,500 | 8 |
| 2024 | $505,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $473,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 16, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601069349100320
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-4273077
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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