Frederick Bliss Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Frederick Bliss Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$53,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $49,000 the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 | $52,100 | 18 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $49,000 | 15 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $53,000 | 16 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Frederick Bliss Foundation 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.
What Frederick Bliss Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 6 | $19,000 |
| U.S. Virgin Islands | 5 | $19,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Coral Bay Community Council | General fund | $10,000 |
| Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation | Environmental conservation | $5,000 |
| Cindy Platt Boys and Girls Club | General fund | $5,000 |
| Friends of Virgin Island National Park | Environmental conservation | $5,000 |
| Land Trust of North Alabama | General fund | $5,000 |
| Mountaintrue | Protecting and restoring the natural resources of western north carolina and surrounding applachian regions. | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood South Atlantic | General fund | $5,000 |
| National Public Radio | General fund | $3,000 |
| Island Green Living Association | Environmental conservation | $2,000 |
| Manna Foodbank - Asheville | Reduce hunger and food insecurity in western north carolina. | $2,000 |
| Lullwater Conservation Garden | Environmental conservation | $1,000 |
| South Fork Conservancy | General fund | $1,000 |
| Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy | Environmental conservation | $1,000 |
| St John Land Conservancy | Environmental conservation | $1,000 |
| St John Wildlife Rescue | Protecting and rehabilitating native wildlife on st. John. | $1,000 |
| The American Chestnut Foundation | Environmental conservation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Claus F Kroeger
- Debra B Sinex
Questions people ask
Does Frederick Bliss Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frederick Bliss Foundation Inc give?
$53,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Frederick Bliss Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Claus F Kroeger (President) and Debra B Sinex (Secretary).
What does Frederick Bliss Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.