The Bassick Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bassick Family Foundation is a private foundation in Paxton, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $187,875 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$187,875
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2024 was up from $106,700 the year before.
12% of its 2024 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 | $106,700 | 16 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $187,875 | 17 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The Bassick 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.
What The Bassick Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 16 | $181,875 |
| Washington | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Old Sturbridge Village | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Umass Medical -Hudson Hoagland Society | General purpose | $45,000 |
| Worcester Art Musuem | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The Redemptoris Mater House of Formation Inc | General purpose | $22,000 |
| 15-40 Connection | General purpose | $11,375 |
| World Vision H20 | General purpose | $6,000 |
| Be Like Brit Foundation Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Neads | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Seven Hills Foundation | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Heritage Museum and Gardens | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Project Just Because Inc | General purpose | $2,000 |
| St John's Food for the Poor | General purpose | $2,000 |
| The Hanover Theater | General purpose | $1,500 |
| The Juniper Outreach Foundation | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Boston Children's Hospital Trust | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Cape Kid Meals | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Bassick
- Susan Bassick
- Jennifer Lisciotti
- Matthew Bassick
- Michael Bassick
Questions people ask
Does The Bassick Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bassick Family Foundation give?
$187,875 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Bassick Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Bassick (Trustee), Susan Bassick (Trustee), Jennifer Lisciotti (Trustee) and Matthew Bassick (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Bassick Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and food and hunger.