The Bel-Eve Family Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Bel-Eve Family Fund is a private foundation in Vestal, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $147,500 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 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$147,500
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $103,750 the year before.
70% 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 | $130,000 | 15 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $103,750 | 16 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $147,500 | 30 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
The Bel-Eve Family Fund 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 Bel-Eve Family Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 17 | $80,000 |
| California | 4 | $33,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $11,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $10,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Center for Lesbian Rights | Gen. Charitable | $25,000 |
| Lesbian Global Myriad USA | Gen. Charitable | $22,000 |
| Roberson Muesum | Gen. Charitable | $10,000 |
| Tri Cities Opera | Gen. Charitable | $10,000 |
| Voteorg | Gen. Charitable | $6,000 |
| Lpac | Gen. Charitable | $6,000 |
| Global Fund for Women | Gen. Charitable | $5,000 |
| ACLU | Gen. Charitable | $5,000 |
| Uhs Foundation | Gen. Charitable | $5,000 |
| Jewish Women's Archive | Gen. Charitable | $5,000 |
| Children's Home Foundation | Gen. Charitable | $5,000 |
| YWCA | Gen. Charitable | $4,250 |
| Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital | Gen. Charitable | $4,000 |
| American Special Hockey Associates | Gen. Charitable | $4,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Gen. Charitable | $3,500 |
| A Room to Heal | Gen. Charitable | $3,500 |
| Broome County Council of the Arts | Gen. Charitable | $3,000 |
| Jewish Federation | Gen. Charitable | $2,500 |
| Horizon's Foundation | Gen. Charitable | $2,500 |
| First Horizons Development | Gen. Charitable | $2,500 |
| Smithsonian Institute | Gen. Charitable | $2,500 |
| Lourdes Hospital Geller Oncology Fund | Gen. Charitable | $2,500 |
| The Humane Society | Gen. Charitable | $2,000 |
| Temple Israel | Gen. Charitable | $2,000 |
| Mercy House | Gen. Charitable | $1,250 |
| Kopernick Observatory | Gen. Charitable | $1,000 |
| Doctor's Without Borders | Gen. Charitable | $1,000 |
| Chow Broome County Food Bank | Gen. Charitable | $750 |
| Friends of the Forum | Gen. Charitable | $500 |
| The Reporter Group Broome County | Gen. Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth M Koffman
- Lorraine L Bates
Questions people ask
Does The Bel-Eve Family Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bel-Eve Family Fund give?
$147,500 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs The Bel-Eve Family Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth M Koffman (Trustee) and Lorraine L Bates (Trustee).
What does The Bel-Eve Family Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, arts and culture and faith communities.