The Bloom Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Bloom Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Morristown, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $517,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$517,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$11.8 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was up from $462,000 the year before.
21% of its 2024 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 | $462,000 | 12 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $517,000 | 15 | $11.8 million |
How to apply
The Bloom Foundation Inc 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 Bloom Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $379,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $130,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Bucknell University | Bucknell farm project | $50,000 |
| Chop Foundation | Hope for families fund | $50,000 |
| Do the Right Thing | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Community-Police Relations Foundation | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Miami Beach Police Athletic League | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Police Officers Assistance Fund | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Families Behind the Badge Children's Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Miami Beach K9 Knights Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Haverford School | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Bucknell University | Freeman college of management | $5,000 |
| Travis Mills Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Gladwyne Montessori School | Tuition assistance | $5,000 |
| University of Miami - Card | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Covenant House | Eric jacobs sleep out | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Bloom
- Kate Bloom
- Sara Bloom
- Paul Sczepanski
Questions people ask
Does The Bloom Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bloom Foundation Inc give?
$517,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Bloom Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists David Bloom (Director), Kate Bloom (Director), Sara Bloom (Director) and Paul Sczepanski (Director).
What does The Bloom Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and human services.