BBL Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
BBL Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $251,500 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$251,500
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$135,911
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $194,700 the year before.
52% of its 2025 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 | $385,500 | 63 | $192,571 |
| 2024 | $194,700 | 30 | $158,607 |
| 2025 | $251,500 | 29 | $135,911 |
How to apply
BBL Charitable 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 BBL Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 24 | $217,500 |
| Florida | 4 | $33,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Russell Sage College | Support | $30,000 |
| Adventhealth Wesley Chapel Foundation | Support | $25,000 |
| The Foundation of St Mary's Healthcare | Support | $25,000 |
| Capital Region Boces | Support | $25,000 |
| Seat Center | Support | $21,000 |
| Albany Law School | Support | $15,000 |
| St Gregory's School | Support | $11,000 |
| Siena College | Support | $10,000 |
| St Peter's Hospital Foundation | Support | $10,000 |
| South End Children's Cafe | Support | $10,000 |
| East Greenbush Education Foundation | Support | $10,000 |
| Liberty Foundation | Support | $7,500 |
| Capital District YMCA | Support | $5,000 |
| Sock Out Cancer | Support | $5,000 |
| Utica College | Support | $5,000 |
| Broadview Cares Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| University at Albany Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| Westland Hills Inc | Support | $5,000 |
| Bullard Family Foundation Inc | Support | $5,000 |
| Conserns-U | Support | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Northeastern New York | Support | $2,500 |
| The Lords Place Inc | Support | $2,000 |
| Kelly's Angels Inc | Support | $1,500 |
| Roundabout Runners Club | Support | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Support | $1,000 |
| Voorheesville Dollars for Scholars | Support | $1,000 |
| United Way of the Greater Capital Region | Support | $1,000 |
| Adirondack Mountain Club | Support | $1,000 |
| Be Silent No More | Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Obermayer
- Kevin Gleason
Questions people ask
Does BBL Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does BBL Charitable Foundation give?
$251,500 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs BBL Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen Obermayer (Director) and Kevin Gleason (Director).
What does BBL Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.