Blackberry Fund Inc
Preselected recipients only
Blackberry Fund Inc is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $15,200 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $2,600 and the largest $3,000. 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$15,200
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$2,600
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$400,908
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $11,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $11,000 | 6 | $345,972 |
| 2024 | $15,200 | 6 | $400,908 |
How to apply
Blackberry Fund Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 4 | $11,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $4,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friendship Place | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Mt Zion Female Union Band Memorial | Landscaping | $3,000 |
| Horizons Greater Washington | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Refugee resettlement | $2,200 |
| Classroom to Community | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Mary's House | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen C Pskowski
- Harold W Pskowski
- Rebecca P Pskowski
- Timothy H Pskowski
- Martha N Pskowski
Questions people ask
Does Blackberry Fund Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blackberry Fund Inc give?
$15,200 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $2,600.
Who runs Blackberry Fund Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Ellen C Pskowski (President, Director), Harold W Pskowski (Treasurer, Secretary, Director), Rebecca P Pskowski (Director) and Timothy H Pskowski (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.