Black Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Black Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $213,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $58,000. 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$213,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$58,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $141,900 the year before.
67% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $141,900 | 11 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $213,000 | 15 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Black 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 Black Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 12 | $184,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bountiful Community Church | Unrestricted general | $58,000 |
| Utah State University | Unrestricted general | $48,000 |
| Alpine Community Church | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Judicial Watch Inc | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Odyssey House - Utah | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Mercury One | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Youth Impact Inc | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Sinfonia | Unrestricted general | $6,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America Troop 20 | Unrestricted general | $4,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Unrestricted general | $4,000 |
| The Rock Church | Unrestricted general | $3,000 |
| Corner Canyon Church | Unrestricted general | $3,000 |
| Five 12 Foundation | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| Huntsman Cancer Foundation | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce Black
- Gary Black
- Marta Black
Questions people ask
Does Black Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Black Family Foundation give?
$213,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Black Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bruce Black (Trustee), Gary Black (Trustee) and Marta Black (Trustee).
What does Black Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.