Beyer Blinder Belle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Beyer Blinder Belle Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $72,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$72,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $62,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $56,000 | 6 | $922,849 |
| 2024 | $62,000 | 7 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $72,000 | 7 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Beyer Blinder Belle 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Beyer Blinder Belle Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 3 | $32,000 |
| New York | 2 | $20,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City Blossoms Inc | Support of school garden partners program relating to completion of school garden at jefferson middle school academy. | $12,000 |
| Ace Mentor Program | To support aspiring high school students to assist in their pursuit of their architectural education. | $10,000 |
| The Foundation for City College | 2025 scholarship grant | $10,000 |
| Howard University | 2025 howard university scholarship grant | $10,000 |
| Individual | Grant to support academic and professional development | $10,000 |
| University of the District of Columbia Foundation - Friends of Architecture | 2025 scholarship grant | $10,000 |
| Michael Bell Jr | 2025 winner of the john belle travel fellowship | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Beyer Deceased 012026
- Frederick Bland
- Hany Hassan Retired 61526
- Richard Southwick Retired 61526
- Richard Metsky Retired 61526
- Neil Kittredge Effective 61526
- Elizabeth Leber
- Carlos Cardoso
- Margaret Kittinger Retired 61526
- David Freedman Effective 61526
- Kevin Storm
- Maxwell Pau
- Cassie Walker
- Jennie Gwin
- Carmen Menocal
Questions people ask
Does Beyer Blinder Belle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Beyer Blinder Belle Foundation give?
$72,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Beyer Blinder Belle Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Beyer Deceased 012026 (Former President & Chairperson), Frederick Bland (Director), Hany Hassan Retired 61526 (Former Secretary) and Richard Southwick Retired 61526 (Former Treasurer) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Beyer Blinder Belle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.