The Beir Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Beir Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $597,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$597,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$13.7 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $549,000 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 | $578,000 | 25 | $11.7 million |
| 2024 | $549,000 | 21 | $12.9 million |
| 2025 | $597,000 | 5 | $13.7 million |
How to apply
The Beir 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 Beir Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $547,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Calhoun School | General support | $500,000 |
| Bowdoin College | General support | $50,000 |
| The Calhoun School | 2025-2026 calhoun annual fund | $25,000 |
| Children's Academy | General support | $15,000 |
| Cooke School and Institute | General support | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott R Hirsch
- Luke M Babcock
Questions people ask
Does The Beir Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Beir Foundation give?
$597,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Beir Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott R Hirsch (President) and Luke M Babcock (Vice President/Treasurer).
What does The Beir Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.