Bessler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bessler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,000 in 3 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$13,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $60,136 the year before.
100% 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 | $0 | 0 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $60,136 | 2 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $13,000 | 3 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Bessler 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 Bessler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 2 | $8,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Communities in Schools of Tacoma | All IN for Kids Luncheon | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Sawtooth National Forest Avalanche | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Tacoma Education Dream Fund | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert A Bessler
- Michele M Cannon Bessler
Questions people ask
Does Bessler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bessler Family Foundation give?
$13,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bessler Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert A Bessler (Treas, Dir, VP) and Michele M Cannon Bessler (Dir, Pres, Sec).
What does Bessler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.