The Orange Tree Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Orange Tree Foundation is a private foundation in Greenville, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $74,147 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $9,062. 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$74,147
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$9,062
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2024 was down from $77,111 the year before.
4% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $77,111 | 26 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $74,147 | 24 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The Orange Tree 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 Orange Tree Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 15 | $43,842 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $7,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,246 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,280 |
| Illinois | 1 | $4,279 |
| Kansas | 1 | $3,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Nature Conservancy | Unrestricted | $9,062 |
| Fuel | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Peabody School | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Usta Mid-Atlantic Section Inc | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Outward Bound | Unrestricted | $5,246 |
| Rails to Trails Conservancy | Unrestricted | $4,280 |
| Southern Envionmental Law Ctr | Unrestricted | $4,280 |
| Young Ctr for Immigrant Children | Unrestricted | $4,279 |
| Sara | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Operation Smile | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Rare | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Intl School of Charlottesville | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Live Arts | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Stella Adler Studio of Acting | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Front Porch | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Tuckernuck Land Trust | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Charlottesvillealbemarle SPCA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Davidson College | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Foxcroft School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| St Anne's Belfield School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Sweet Briar College | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Village School | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Virginia Horse Center Fnd | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Bruce Bell
- Mariana Bell
- Alletta Bredin-Bell
Questions people ask
Does The Orange Tree Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Orange Tree Foundation give?
$74,147 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Orange Tree Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists J Bruce Bell (Secretary/Treasurer), Mariana Bell (President) and Alletta Bredin-Bell (Vice President).
What does The Orange Tree Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and animals.