George A. Ohl, Jr. Trust Fund

The George A. Ohl, Jr. Trust is a private philanthropic foundation managed by Wells Fargo Trust Philanthropic Services. The foundation was created through a testamentary bequest by George A. Ohl, Jr., a resident of Newark, New Jersey, who passed away on February 16, 1947. The mission of the trust is to support community welfare efforts exclusively within the state of New Jersey, providing grants to qualified nonprofit organizations that serve the public good across multiple social domains. The foundation offers grants to 501(c)(3) organizations whose programs align with its commitment to enhancing community welfare. These program areas include arts, culture, and humanities, education, health, and human services. The foundation emphasizes support for initiatives that focus on the relief of poverty, improvement of living conditions, care for the sick, aged, young, homeless, and helpless, and the promotion of science, health, recreation, education, and good citizenship. Funding decisions are made during two annual review periods. Applications are accepted year-round, but must be submitted by January 22 for consideration at the March meeting, and by June 15 for the August meeting. Grants typically range from $2,000 to $20,000, with an average of 25 grants awarded annually. Applications are submitted through an online portal and confirmed via automated email. Eligibility is strictly limited to organizations that have obtained 501(c)(3) status under the Internal Revenue Code. Additional stipulations require that recipients provide a progress report within six months of receiving funding unless otherwise specified. The foundation is managed by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., which serves as a co-trustee, and does not provide individual scholarships through this program. Applicants or organizations seeking more information or technical assistance can reach out to the grant administration team by calling 1-888-235-4351 or emailing grantadministration@wellsfargo.com. More detailed information about Wells Fargo’s broader philanthropic efforts can be accessed through their Community Giving page.