Blue Guitar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Blue Guitar Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Lee, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $502,800 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $119,650 and the largest $250,000. 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$502,800
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$119,650
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$15.1 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $7.0 million 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 | $1.7 million | 13 | $20.4 million |
| 2024 | $7.0 million | 10 | $18.5 million |
| 2025 | $502,800 | 4 | $15.1 million |
How to apply
Blue Guitar 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 Blue Guitar Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $125,000 |
| New York | 1 | $114,300 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $13,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Advancing Jewish Athletics Inc | Contribution | $250,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Contribution | $125,000 |
| Chabad West Village | Contribution | $114,300 |
| The Jam Kancer in the Kan Foundation | Contribution | $13,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Adam P Glick
- Denise R Scruton
- Noah Glick
- Zoe Glick
Questions people ask
Does Blue Guitar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Blue Guitar Foundation give?
$502,800 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $119,650.
Who runs Blue Guitar Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Adam P Glick (Director,member & President), Denise R Scruton (Director,member Treasurer), Noah Glick (Director & Member) and Zoe Glick (Director & Member).
What does Blue Guitar Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.