Black Family Philanthropies Inc
Preselected recipients only
Black Family Philanthropies Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $11.1 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $3.3 million. 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$11.1 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$3.3 million
- Assets$19.2 million
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2025 was up from $6.0 million the year before.
69% 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 | $3.3 million | 3 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $6.0 million | 5 | $14.5 million |
| 2025 | $11.1 million | 13 | $19.2 million |
How to apply
Black Family Philanthropies 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 Black Family Philanthropies Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $9.6 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Indiana | 1 | $250,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $80,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Robin Hood Foundation | Charitable purposes | $3.3 million |
| The Juilliard School | Charitable purposes | $2.5 million |
| NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation | Charitable purposes | $2.0 million |
| Fountain House | Charitable purposes | $1.0 million |
| Per Scholars | Charitable purposes | $1.0 million |
| Project Renewal (H&h Pilot) | Charitable purposes | $370,000 |
| New York Community Trust | Charitable purposes | $250,000 |
| Purdue Research Foundation | Charitable purposes | $250,000 |
| Npower Inc | Charitable purposes | $183,500 |
| Global Impact (One for Justice) | Charitable purposes | $100,000 |
| Join Freeworld Inc | Charitable purposes | $80,000 |
| The Osborne Association Inc | Charitable purposes | $62,500 |
| Youngarts | Charitable purposes | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexander Black
- Joshua Black
- Victoria Black
- Michael Ressler
Questions people ask
Does Black Family Philanthropies Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Black Family Philanthropies Inc give?
$11.1 million in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Black Family Philanthropies Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Alexander Black (Director), Joshua Black (Director), Victoria Black (Director) and Michael Ressler (Director).
What does Black Family Philanthropies Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.