The Herb Block Foundation
Accepts applications
The Herb Block Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.4 million and the largest $1.4 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.4 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.4 million
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$55.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.5 million | 1 | $44.3 million |
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 1 | $51.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 1 | $55.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Sarah Alex 1730 Rhode Island Ave NW STE 507, Washington, DC 20036 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (202) 223-8801 |
| What to submit | Letter of Inquiry - Includes statement of issues to be addressed, summary of activities for which requesting support, population targeted, planned start date and duration, funding needed, copy of IRS 501(c)(3) letter, organization's budget and audited financials Full Proposal - Uses the Washington Regional Association of Grantmakers Common Grant Application |
| Deadlines | Various depending on the program |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1.4 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Statement | General Support | $1.4 million |
Officers and trustees
- Robin Meszoly
- Marcela Brane
- Sarah Alex
- Athelia Knight
- Jane Asher
- Donna McNulty
- Clarence Page
- Laura Hutchison
- Lynda Bonieskie
- Laurie Strayer
- Rob Rogers
- Ruth Marcus
- Lalo Alcarez
- Tracy Harris
- Matt Wuerker
Questions people ask
Does The Herb Block Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Various depending on the program.
How much does The Herb Block Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.4 million.
Who runs The Herb Block Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robin Meszoly (Treasurer), Marcela Brane (Co-President), Sarah Alex (Co-President) and Athelia Knight (Director) among 15 officers and trustees.