Bicket Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bicket Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $320,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$320,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$57.4 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $40,000 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 | $40,000 | 2 | $18.6 million |
| 2024 | $320,000 | 6 | $57.4 million |
How to apply
Bicket Family 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 Bicket Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $250,000 |
| California | 4 | $60,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | General support | $250,000 |
| Hiller Aviation Institute | General support | $20,000 |
| Curiodyssey | General support | $20,000 |
| Ragazzi Boys Chorus | General support | $10,000 |
| Marine Science Institute | General support | $10,000 |
| Museum of the Rockies | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Bicket
- Christine Dobson
Questions people ask
Does Bicket Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bicket Family Foundation give?
$320,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Bicket Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Bicket (President, Secretary) and Christine Dobson (Vice President, Treasurer).
What does Bicket Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.