The George A. Ohl, Jr. Trust is a philanthropic foundation administered by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., Co-Trustee, under its Trust Philanthropic Services for private foundations. This charitable trust was established by George A. Ohl, Jr., a former resident of Newark, New Jersey, through a testamentary bequest upon his death on February 16, 1947. Its primary mission is to support initiatives that enhance the well-being of individuals and communities across the state of New Jersey.
The foundation’s grantmaking is centered on community welfare, with a strong focus on addressing basic human needs. Grants are directed toward nonprofit organizations that are classified as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Funding priorities emphasize relief for the poor, improvement of living conditions, and the care of vulnerable populations including the sick, young, elderly, homeless, incompetent, and helpless. In addition to these human service-oriented priorities, the Trust also supports efforts in science, health, recreation, education, and citizenship development.
Funding support from the George A. Ohl, Jr. Trust is typically within the range of $2,000 to $20,000, with approximately 25 grants awarded each year. Although applications are accepted year-round, there are two firm deadlines that correspond to the Trust’s biannual review meetings: January 22 for the March meeting and June 15 for the August meeting. Applications must be submitted by these deadlines to be considered for the respective review cycles.
To apply, organizations can submit an online application via the Wells Fargo philanthropic portal. Upon submission, applicants receive an automated confirmation email. If a grant is awarded, recipients are required to submit a progress report within six months of receiving the funds unless otherwise specified. These reports ensure the foundation can monitor the impact and proper use of its grants.
For technical or application-related questions, applicants are encouraged to contact Wells Fargo’s Grant Program Support team at 1-888-235-4351 or by email at grantadministration@wellsfargo.com. While the foundation does not explicitly list application questions or offer direct application tips, applicants should be prepared to provide comprehensive information about their organization and project alignment with the Trust’s focus areas.
