Christopher A Blackman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Christopher A Blackman Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $66,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$66,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was down from $67,750 the year before.
26% 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 | $67,750 | 23 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $66,000 | 19 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Christopher A Blackman 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 Christopher A Blackman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $30,000 |
| Connecticut | 4 | $8,500 |
| Florida | 4 | $8,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $6,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,500 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Hamilton College | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Fisher House | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Noroton Presbyterian Church | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| The Jimmy Fund | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | Fulfillment of charitable putpose | $2,500 |
| National Military Fam Associates | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Salvation Army | Fullfilment of charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Semper Fi & Americas Fund | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Save the Children | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Westminster | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $1,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Immokalee Foundation | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Yale New Haven Hospital | Fulfillment pf charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Cisf | Fulfillment of charitable purposes | $500 |
| Marine Toys for Tots | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $500 |
| Paws | Fulfillment of charitable purpose | $500 |
| Save the Bay | Fulfillment of charitable purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Blackman
Questions people ask
Does Christopher A Blackman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Christopher A Blackman Foundation give?
$66,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Christopher A Blackman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Blackman (Trustee).
What does Christopher A Blackman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly veterans and human services.