The Bassman Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Bassman Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $194,239 in 65 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $31,020. 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$194,239
- Number of grants65
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$31,020
- Assets$20,942
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $203,217 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 | $203,217 | 69 | $5,671 |
| 2024 | $194,239 | 65 | $20,942 |
How to apply
The Bassman Family Charitable Trust 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 Bassman Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 23 | $109,297 |
| New York | 35 | $80,735 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $1,655 |
| Virginia | 1 | $52 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Laguna Playhouse | General purposes | $31,020 |
| Hampton Synagogue | General purposes | $27,200 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | General purposes | $26,000 |
| Laguna Art Museum | General purposes | $24,100 |
| UJA Federation of Ny | General purposes | $18,036 |
| Temple Bat Yahm | General purposes | $13,435 |
| Jewish Federation & Family Services Orange County | General purposes | $12,246 |
| Pacific Symphony | General purposes | $11,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Orange | General purposes | $5,000 |
| Jewish Collaborative | General purposes | $3,960 |
| The University of Chicago | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Reutusa | General purposes | $2,495 |
| B Nai Jeshurun | General purposes | $1,800 |
| Laguna Beach Live | General purposes | $1,196 |
| Downtown Dog Rescue | General purposes | $1,100 |
| Public Art Fund | General purposes | $1,100 |
| Orange County Museum of Art | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Laguna Dance | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Westhampton Beach Pac | General purposes | $1,000 |
| National Museum of Women in the Arts | General purposes | $780 |
| Our Place | General purposes | $750 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | General purposes | $600 |
| The Painted Trutle Lake Hughes | General purposes | $500 |
| Metropolitan Opera | General purposes | $500 |
| Triangle Arts Association | General purposes | $500 |
| National Womens History Museum | General purposes | $400 |
| Innocence Oc | General purposes | $360 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | General purposes | $275 |
| All Star Project | General purposes | $250 |
| New York City Ballet | General purposes | $250 |
| Hadar | General purposes | $224 |
| Public Theater | General purposes | $200 |
| The Shed | General purposes | $200 |
| Beverly Hills Hs Alumni | General purposes | $180 |
| Casa Romantica | General purposes | $180 |
| Judaism Unbound | General purposes | $160 |
| The Moth | General purposes | $158 |
| National Trust for Historic Preservation | General purpose | $150 |
| Ny Historical Society and Library | General purposes | $150 |
| Quogue Fire Department | General purposes | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Harley Bassman
- Lori Bassman
Questions people ask
Does The Bassman Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bassman Family Charitable Trust give?
$194,239 in tax year 2024, across 65 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs The Bassman Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Harley Bassman (Trustee) and Lori Bassman (Trustee).
What does The Bassman Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and environment and conservation.