Building Foundations and Dreamsinc
Preselected recipients only
Building Foundations and Dreamsinc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$20,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1,249
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $23,735 | 3 | $1,249 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $1,249 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 2 | $1,249 |
How to apply
Building Foundations and Dreamsinc 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 Building Foundations and Dreamsinc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The College of New Jersey | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Binghamton University | Scholarship | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Adam Leitman Bailey
- Ray Harrison
- Laurie Moldawer
Questions people ask
Does Building Foundations and Dreamsinc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Building Foundations and Dreamsinc give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Building Foundations and Dreamsinc?
Its 2025 filing lists Adam Leitman Bailey (President), Ray Harrison (Director, As) and Laurie Moldawer (Director, As).
What does Building Foundations and Dreamsinc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.