Bartlett Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bartlett Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $122,782 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$122,782
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $105,500 the year before.
18% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $108,000 | 33 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $105,500 | 38 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $122,782 | 37 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Bartlett 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 Bartlett Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 16 | $72,000 |
| Connecticut | 11 | $27,532 |
| Alabama | 2 | $6,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 2 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Inc | Nutcracker Capital Campaign | $25,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Promise Foundation | Keepers Challenge | $10,000 |
| St Pauls United Methodist Church | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Allen-Chase Foundation Eaglebrook School | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Branford Community Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Duquesne University of the Holy Spirit | Duquesne Swimming and Diving/Day of Giving | $5,000 |
| Grove City College | Gamma Sigma Phi Alumnae Scholarship Endowment Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Suffield Academy | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Washington University | McKnight Family Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal Church | General & Unrestricted | $3,032 |
| Branford Compassion Club | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Purrfect Partners of Mobile Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Stray Love Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Goodspeed Opera House Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Thomas and Sandra Usher Camp | Citikidz | $2,500 |
| Christ United Methodist Church | TNC Sister Rut Scholarship Fund | $2,000 |
| Edwins Leadership and Restaurant Institute | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Ellis School | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| New World Consort Inc | Charitable Event | $2,000 |
| Semper Fi & Americas Fund | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| North Hills Community Outreach Inc | North Hills Community Outreach (NHCO) | $1,500 |
| Asservo Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Brothers Brother Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Cappella Cantorum Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Charcot-Marie-Tooth Association | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Community Dining Room Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Greater New Haven Cat Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Keewaydin Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| New Haven Chorale Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| St Pauls United Methodist Church | Youth Ministries | $1,000 |
| St Pauls United Methodist Church | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
| The Pittsburgh Foundation | Spenser's Voice | $1,000 |
| Findley Lake Volunteer Firemans Association | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Findley Lake Watershed Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- R Gary McKnight
- Stephen H McKnight
- Bonnie McKnight Murphy
- Wilmington Trust
Questions people ask
Does Bartlett Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bartlett Foundation give?
$122,782 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Bartlett Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists R Gary McKnight (Co-Trustee), Stephen H McKnight (Co-Trustee), Bonnie McKnight Murphy (Co-Trustee) and Wilmington Trust (Trustee).
What does Bartlett Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.