Bassler Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bassler Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Darien, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $70,400 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $34,600. 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$70,400
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$34,600
- Assets$638,608
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $69,650 the year before.
46% 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 | $69,650 | 14 | $650,012 |
| 2024 | $70,400 | 13 | $638,608 |
How to apply
Bassler Family Foundation Inc 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 Bassler Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 7 | $51,400 |
| New York | 2 | $13,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Congregational Church | General | $34,600 |
| Liberation Programs Inc | General | $11,000 |
| Crohns & Colitis Foundation of America | General | $10,000 |
| Nextgen Face | General | $3,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | General | $3,000 |
| The Community Fund of Darien | General | $3,000 |
| Presbyterian Church | One great hour of sharing program | $1,000 |
| Smith College | General | $1,000 |
| Darien Library | General | $1,000 |
| Stamford Hospital Foundation | Genaral | $1,000 |
| The Ciri Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Darien Ems Post 53 | General | $500 |
| At Home in Darien | General | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- John P Bassler
- Sara A Bassler
- Peter J Bassler
- E Elena Hirsch
Questions people ask
Does Bassler Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bassler Family Foundation Inc give?
$70,400 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Bassler Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John P Bassler (Director/President), Sara A Bassler (Director/Vice President), Peter J Bassler (Director/Treasurer) and E Elena Hirsch (Director/Secretary).
What does Bassler Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.