Robert & Isabelle Bass Fdn Inc
Preselected recipients only
Robert & Isabelle Bass Fdn Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $209,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$209,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $170,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $161,000 | 14 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $170,000 | 12 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $209,500 | 15 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Robert & Isabelle Bass Fdn 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 Robert & Isabelle Bass Fdn Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 15 | $209,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Field Museum | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Chicago Opera Theater | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Grant Park Music Festival | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Merit School of Music | Unrestricted general | $12,500 |
| Forward Momentum | Unrestricted general | $12,500 |
| Hubbard Street Dance Chicago | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Cedille Records | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Harris Theater for Music and Dance | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Joffrey Ballet | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Third Coast Percussions | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Nois Performing Arts Organization | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| D-Composed | Unrestricted general | $9,500 |
| Classical Music Chicago | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Bass Noel
- Bank of America NA
Questions people ask
Does Robert & Isabelle Bass Fdn Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert & Isabelle Bass Fdn Inc give?
$209,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Robert & Isabelle Bass Fdn Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Bass Noel (President) and Bank of America NA (Agent for Fiduciary).
What does Robert & Isabelle Bass Fdn Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.