Kolasa Foundation Trust Bessemer Trust
Preselected recipients only
Kolasa Foundation Trust Bessemer Trust is a private foundation in Stuart, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $736,200 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $200,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$736,200
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$16.3 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $716,200 the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $496,020 | 22 | $13.5 million |
| 2024 | $716,200 | 23 | $15.0 million |
| 2025 | $736,200 | 24 | $16.3 million |
How to apply
Kolasa Foundation Trust Bessemer Trust 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 Kolasa Foundation Trust Bessemer Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $335,000 |
| Michigan | 3 | $118,700 |
| New York | 2 | $65,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $60,000 |
| California | 2 | $30,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Barry University School of Social Work | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Wayne State University | General purpose | $61,200 |
| Planned Parenthood of South East and North Floroda | General purpose | $55,000 |
| Grace Center of Hope | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Operation International | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Meals on Wheels America | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Save the Children | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Trust Bridge Hospice Foundation | General purpose | $30,000 |
| The Trevor Project | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Vital Voices Global Partnership Designate | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Academy of Science Saint Louis | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Donna Klein Jewish Academy Inc | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Patriot Paws Service Dogs | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Rainbow Railroad | General purpose | $15,000 |
| St Joan of Arc Catholic Church | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Sunserve | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Temple Beth El | General purpose | $10,000 |
| The James L West Center for Dementia | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Helping Hands Medical | General purpose | $10,000 |
| The American Red Cross | General purpose | $7,500 |
| The Salvation Army | General purpose | $7,500 |
| Point Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bessemer Trust
Questions people ask
Does Kolasa Foundation Trust Bessemer Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kolasa Foundation Trust Bessemer Trust give?
$736,200 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Kolasa Foundation Trust Bessemer Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bessemer Trust (Trustee).
What does Kolasa Foundation Trust Bessemer Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and health.