Beal Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Beal Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.1 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $4.0 million. 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$6.1 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$4.0 million
- Assets$40,867
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
91% 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 | $1.2 million | 2 | $30,300 |
| 2024 | $6.1 million | 22 | $40,867 |
How to apply
Beal 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 Beal Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 17 | $6.0 million |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute | Annual contribution | $4.0 million |
| Harvard University | Annual contribution | $2.0 million |
| Shed NYC Inc | Annual contribution | $25,000 |
| Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution | Annual contribution | $20,000 |
| Morse Life Foundation | Annual contribution | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County | Annual contribution | $6,000 |
| Soccer Unity Project | Annual contribution | $2,500 |
| Louis D Brown Peace Institute | Annual contribution | $2,500 |
| Catholic Charities Boston | Annual contribution | $2,500 |
| Boston LGBTQ Museum of Art History | Annual contribution | $2,500 |
| Wilahmenas Place Inc | Annual contribution | $2,500 |
| Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Town of Palm Beach United Way | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Palm Beach Country Club Foundation | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Girl's Leap | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Gavin Foundation | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Courageous Sailing Center for Youth Inc | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Roxbury | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Mattapan | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Lappin Foundation | Annual contribution | $1,500 |
| Haley House | Annual contribution | $1,000 |
| Friends of Blackstone School Inc | Annual contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce A Beal Jr
- Kathryn Beal
Questions people ask
Does Beal Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Beal Family Foundation give?
$6.1 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Beal Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bruce A Beal Jr (Trustee) and Kathryn Beal (Trustee).
What does Beal Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.