The Ott Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyMarion, Indiana · EIN 26-3299645 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,032 and $5,000.
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
20% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Caring Foundation Inc | Marion, IN | General support | $28,024 |
| Hope Restored Focus on the Family | Colorado Springs, CO | Marriage intensive | $6,002 |
| Hands of Hope | Noblesville, IN | Sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Global Partners | Indianapolis, IN | Sponsorship | $3,000 |
| Carey Services | Marion, IN | General support | $2,500 |
| Flat Land Resources LLC | Muncie, IN | Marion dog park | $2,144 |
| Hope India Mission | Decatur, IN | General support | $2,000 |
| Compassion International | Colorado Springs, CO | Children sponsorship | $1,032 |
| Gilead Ministries | Marion, IN | General support | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics | Indianapolis, IN | General support | $175 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($13,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $63,877 | 13 |
| 2024 | $138,666 | 12 |
| 2023 | $130,090 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 1, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631219349102038
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-3299645
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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