Black IV Inc
Preselected recipients only
Black IV Inc is a private foundation in Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $58,933 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$58,933
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,885 the year before.
65% of its 2025 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 | $78,262 | 19 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $41,885 | 12 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $58,933 | 23 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Black IV 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 Black IV Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $37,227 |
| Connecticut | 10 | $18,010 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $2,596 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $600 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Shalva | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Brigid Alliance | General support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southern New England | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty | General purpose | $8,000 |
| Achilles International | General purpose | $5,272 |
| Birthright Israel | General purpose | $3,600 |
| Avon Theratre | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Greenwich Botanical Center | General purpose | $2,400 |
| Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History | General support | $1,932 |
| Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County | General support | $1,000 |
| Greenwich Library | General purpose | $500 |
| Madd | General purpose | $500 |
| Special Olympics | General purpose | $500 |
| University of Mass | General purpose | $500 |
| Israel Connect | General purpose | $414 |
| Chabad Lubavitch of Greenwich | General support | $360 |
| Greenwich Alliance for Education | General purpose | $250 |
| Greenwich Ems | General purpose | $250 |
| Greenwich Prof Firefighters Benevolent Fund Inc | General purpose | $250 |
| Muhlenberg College | General purpose | $250 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | General purpose | $250 |
| Second Chance Rescue | General support | $105 |
| Mass General Hospital Pact Program | General support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Marjorie L Black
- Steven R Black
- Sarah A Black
- Justin L Black
Questions people ask
Does Black IV Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Black IV Inc give?
$58,933 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Black IV Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Marjorie L Black (Director, President), Steven R Black (Director, Vice President), Sarah A Black (Director, Secretary) and Justin L Black (Director, Treasurer).
What does Black IV Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.