The Asen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Asen Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,400 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$69,400
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$80,671
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $39,650 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $61,650 | 14 | $51,131 |
| 2024 | $39,650 | 23 | $121,086 |
| 2025 | $69,400 | 16 | $80,671 |
How to apply
The Asen 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 The Asen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 8 | $36,550 |
| New York | 4 | $16,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,250 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LJMN Media Inc | Support | $25,000 |
| World Science Foundation | Support | $10,000 |
| Big Life Foundation USA | Support | $10,000 |
| Orkeeswa Inc | Support | $5,250 |
| Housatonic Valley Association | Support | $5,000 |
| Louis Armstrong House Museum | Support | $5,000 |
| The Canaan Foundation Inc | Support | $2,000 |
| Canaan Community Trust | Support | $2,000 |
| Great Mountain Forest Corp | Support | $1,000 |
| Northwest CT Community Foundation | Support | $1,000 |
| New City Parks | Support | $1,000 |
| Robert Louis Stevenson School | Support | $1,000 |
| Target Margin Theater | Support | $500 |
| Project Sage | Support | $300 |
| The Norfolk Library | Support | $250 |
| Harvard Magazine | Support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Scott Asen
Questions people ask
Does The Asen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Asen Foundation give?
$69,400 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Asen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Scott Asen (Trustee).
What does The Asen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.