Bass Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bass Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Little Rock, Arkansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $53,679 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$53,679
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$939,565
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $32,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $32,000 | 8 | $690,963 |
| 2024 | $53,679 | 12 | $939,565 |
How to apply
Bass Family Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Bass Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 9 | $33,679 |
| Colorado | 2 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Mission YMCA | General fund | $10,000 |
| Ar Hunger Relief | General fund | $5,000 |
| Ar Kids Read | General fund - education | $5,000 |
| Arkansas Symphony Orchestra | General fund - music education | $5,000 |
| Greenhouse Scholars | General fund-education | $5,000 |
| Women and Children First | General fund | $5,000 |
| Nick Would Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Arkansas State Golf Association | General fund | $5,000 |
| Vera Lloyd Presbyterian Service | General fund | $4,179 |
| Mamie's Poppy Plates | General fund | $2,500 |
| Isiah Joe Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Fercliff Camp | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Logan A Bass
- Walker F Bass
- Robert W Bass
- Joan Bass
- Deborah Z Bass
Questions people ask
Does Bass Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bass Family Charitable Foundation give?
$53,679 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bass Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Logan A Bass (Vice President), Walker F Bass (Secretary), Robert W Bass (Treasurer) and Joan Bass (President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Bass Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.