The Bluebell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bluebell Foundation is a private foundation in North Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.7 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.0 million 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 | $1.5 million | 28 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 28 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.7 million | 23 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
The Bluebell 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 Bluebell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York. It also paid $25,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $1.2 million |
| Florida | 5 | $154,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $150,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $80,000 |
| California | 1 | $60,000 |
| Connecticut | 4 | $53,000 |
| Idaho | 2 | $40,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foreign Policy Association | General purpose of the organization | $1.0 million |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) | General purpose of the organization | $150,000 |
| Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft | General purpose of the organization | $80,000 |
| The Children's Village | General purpose of the organization | $75,000 |
| Lost Tree Village Charitable Foundation | General purpose of the organization | $60,000 |
| US Right to Know | General purpose of the organization | $60,000 |
| The Lost Tree Chapel | General purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
| American Museum of Natural History | General purpose of the organization | $30,000 |
| Tisch Ms Research Center | General purpose of the organization | $30,000 |
| University of Southern Denmark | General purpose of the organization | $25,000 |
| Advocates for the West | General purpose of the organization | $20,000 |
| Greenwich Hospital | General purpose of the organization | $20,000 |
| Idaho Conservation League Inc | General purpose of the organization | $20,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | General purpose of the organization | $20,000 |
| PBS Foundation | General purpose of the organization | $20,000 |
| Stanwich Congregational Church | General purpose of the organization | $20,000 |
| Florida Atlantic University Foundation Inc | General purpose of the organization | $14,000 |
| The Michael J Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research | General purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Equine Advocates | General purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| South Florida PBS Inc | General purpose of the organization | $10,000 |
| Parkinsons Body and Mind Inc | General purpose of the organization | $8,000 |
| CT Public Broadcasting | General purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
| Heterodox Academy | General purpose of the organization | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Judith L Biggs
- Emma Ractliffe
Questions people ask
Does The Bluebell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bluebell Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Bluebell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Judith L Biggs (Trustee) and Emma Ractliffe (Trustee).
What does The Bluebell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, arts and culture and health.