The Bessie Rattner Foundation
Accepts applications
The Bessie Rattner Foundation is a private foundation in Florence, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $160,864 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$160,864
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $167,084 the year before.
7% 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 | $167,084 | 20 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $160,864 | 15 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Dawn Rattner 1753 Park Road, Washington, DC 20010 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (718) 326-0041 |
| What to submit | Application should be submitted in writing indicating the charitable purpose of the organization with relevant supporting materials attached. |
What The Bessie Rattner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 4 | $66,782 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $45,432 |
| New York | 6 | $28,650 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gala Hispanic Theatre | General support | $50,000 |
| Conregation B'nai Isarel | General support | $45,432 |
| Safe Passage | General support | $15,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | General support | $10,000 |
| National Breast Cancer Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| New England Public Radio | General support | $5,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action | General support | $5,000 |
| The Food Bank Western Massachusetts | General support | $5,000 |
| American University Radio | General support | $3,650 |
| New York Public Radio | General support | $3,650 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $3,132 |
| Blueprint Geneva | General support | $2,500 |
| Glsen | General support | $2,500 |
| Soul Fire Farm | General support | $2,500 |
| The Trevor Project | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dawn Rattner
- Bambi Rattner
Questions people ask
Does The Bessie Rattner Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Bessie Rattner Foundation give?
$160,864 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Bessie Rattner Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dawn Rattner (Treasurer) and Bambi Rattner (President).
What does The Bessie Rattner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, food and hunger and health.