The Giving Bee Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Giving Bee Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $215,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$215,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $120,000 the year before.
63% 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 | $120,000 | 7 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $215,000 | 16 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
The Giving Bee 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 Giving Bee Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 10 | $163,000 |
| New York | 3 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwich Riding & Trails Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Chabad Lubavitch of Greenwich Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| The Greenwich Land Trust Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Round Hill Volunteer Fire Company Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Greenwich Emergency Medical Service Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of CT Inc | General & Unrestricted | $13,000 |
| Greenwich Volunteer Fire Department Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Long Now Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Round Hill Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Stecher and Horowitz Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Taliesin Preservation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| National Childrens Book and Literacy Alliance Inc | General & Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Coffee for Good Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Nycxd Inc | Emerging Designer Residency Program | $5,000 |
| Round Hill Community Church Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Stamford Museum and Nature Center Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- D Ryan Brumberg
- Junyao Brumberg
- Matthew Brumberg
Questions people ask
Does The Giving Bee Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Giving Bee Foundation give?
$215,000 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Giving Bee Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists D Ryan Brumberg (Dir, Pres), Junyao Brumberg (Sec, Dir) and Matthew Brumberg (Dir, Treas).
What does The Giving Bee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, community development and faith communities.