Updated Oct 31, 2026
Private foundations based in West Orange, New Jersey
6 grantmaking foundations headquartered in West Orange, New Jersey, holding $14M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 1 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edward L Croman Charitable Trustsince 2025 | $597K40 grants · 2025 | $5,000 | Yes | $1.2M |
| Taub Fam Foundation Trsince 1998 | $271K52 grants · 2024 | $1,000 | Preselected only | $5.9M |
| The Narula Foundation Incsince 2008 | $265K33 grants · 2025 | $3,000 | Preselected only | $2.0M |
| Ira a Roschelle MD Family Foundation Incsince 2005 | $194K15 grants · 2024 | $8,000 | Preselected only | $1.1M |
| Geist Foundationsince 1961 | $97K16 grants · 2024 | $2,500 | Preselected only | $2.3M |
| Arison Family Foundationsince 2010 | $68K34 grants · 2025 | $2,000 | Preselected only | $1.2M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in New Jersey
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | New Jersey State Council on the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateNew Jersey State Council on the Arts | New Jersey State Council on the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | New Jersey Council for the Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateNew Jersey Council for the Humanities | New Jersey Council for the Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in West Orange, New Jersey?
Our directory lists 6 private grantmaking foundations in West Orange, New Jersey with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $14M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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