The Bussmann Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bussmann Family Foundation is a private foundation in Guilford, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $82,000 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$82,000
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2024 was up from $81,500 the year before.
12% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $81,500 | 17 | $1.1 million |
| 2023 | $81,500 | 17 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $82,000 | 17 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The Bussmann 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 The Bussmann Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 17 | $82,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Albertus Magnus College | General use | $5,000 |
| All Saints Catholic Academy | General use | $5,000 |
| Anne E Fowler Foundation Inc | General use | $5,000 |
| Clifford Beers Clinic | General use | $5,000 |
| Columbus House | General use | $5,000 |
| Hole in the Wall Gang | General use | $5,000 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | General use | $5,000 |
| Mercy High School | General use | $5,000 |
| New Reach | General use | $5,000 |
| Notre Dame High School | General use | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of Grace Monestary | General use | $5,000 |
| St Martin de Porres Academy | General use | $5,000 |
| St Rita School | General use | $5,000 |
| The Childrens Center | General use | $5,000 |
| Xavier High School | General use | $5,000 |
| Youth Continuum | General use | $5,000 |
| Cheshire High School | Scholarship | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George J Bussmann Jr
- Robert Bussmann
- John Bussmann Jr
- James Bussmann
Questions people ask
Does The Bussmann Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bussmann Family Foundation give?
$82,000 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Bussmann Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George J Bussmann Jr (President), Robert Bussmann (Director), John Bussmann Jr (Director) and James Bussmann (Director).
What does The Bussmann Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.