BSB Foundation
Preselected recipients only
BSB Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $80,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$80,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $80,100 the year before.
50% 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 | $80,100 | 14 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 6 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
BSB 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $70,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Raymond School | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Charles Humphrey Keating IV Foundation | General operating support | $10,000 |
| California Waterfowl Association | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Craig Hospital Foundation | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Delta Waterfowl Foundation | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Operation Freedom Paws | General operating support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Blake S Bechtel
- Gary H Bechtel
- Erin Wilms
Questions people ask
Does BSB Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does BSB Foundation give?
$80,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs BSB Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Blake S Bechtel (President & Director), Gary H Bechtel (Vice Pres, Cfo & Director) and Erin Wilms (V.P. & Secretary).