Some Serious Business
Preselected recipients only
Some Serious Business is a private foundation in Abiquiu, New Mexico. In tax year 2024 it gave $3,819 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $812 and the largest $2,000. 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$3,819
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$812
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2,858 the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $6,650 | 15 | $0 |
| 2023 | $2,858 | 7 | $0 |
| 2024 | $3,819 | 4 | $0 |
How to apply
Some Serious Business 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 2 | $2,053 |
| California | 1 | $1,390 |
| New York | 1 | $234 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Performance "amplifies it, doubles it, trebles it" SITE SANTA FE | $2,000 |
| Individual | To Washington, DC to Archives of American Art to do research for essay on SSB collection. | $1,390 |
| Individual | $234 | |
| Wegrowecoorg | General Operating Expenses | $53 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Martin
- Danielle Lesniewski
- Jane Friedman
- Julie Carnahan
- Mary Leigh Cherry
- Amanda Stark
Questions people ask
Does Some Serious Business accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Some Serious Business give?
$3,819 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $812.
Who runs Some Serious Business?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan Martin (Treasurer), Danielle Lesniewski (President), Jane Friedman (Trustee) and Julie Carnahan (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.