Garrison Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Garrison Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $54,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $13,500 and the largest $13,500. 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$54,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$13,500
- Largest grant$13,500
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $52,200 | 3 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $48,000 | 3 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $54,000 | 4 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Garrison Family 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $54,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California Jazz Foundation | General Support | $13,500 |
| Friends of Jazz Inc | General Support | $13,500 |
| Ojai Valley School | General Support | $13,500 |
| Sweet Relief Musicians Fund | General Support | $13,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert E Garrison
- Marc J Bloostein
- Renat V Lumpau
Questions people ask
Does Garrison Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Garrison Family Foundation give?
$54,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $13,500.
Who runs Garrison Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert E Garrison (Trustee), Marc J Bloostein (Trustee) and Renat V Lumpau (Trustee).