The Birchrock Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Birchrock Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $379,803 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$379,803
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2024 was up from $322,299 the year before.
68% of its 2024 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 | $322,299 | 25 | $5.6 million |
| 2024 | $379,803 | 30 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
The Birchrock 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 Birchrock Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 10 | $337,370 |
| New York | 5 | $29,300 |
| Georgia | 11 | $6,633 |
| Maine | 3 | $6,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Williams College | General support | $200,000 |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center | General support | $50,000 |
| The Rashi School | General support | $50,000 |
| Combined Jewish Philanthropic | General support | $20,000 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | General support | $13,500 |
| The Metropolitan Musuem of Art | General support | $12,000 |
| Temple Beth Elohim | General support | $7,380 |
| Adas Yoshurn Synagogue | General support | $5,000 |
| Temple Beth Elohim | General support | $5,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts Boston | General support | $3,000 |
| Harlem Academy | General support | $2,500 |
| Temple Beth Elohim | General support | $1,215 |
| Abos Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Forward Brunswick | General support | $1,000 |
| Hand in Hand | General support | $1,000 |
| St Simons Land Trust | General support | $1,000 |
| Council on Foreign Relations | General support | $800 |
| Temple Beth Tefilloh | General support | $775 |
| Adas Yoshurn Synagogue | General support | $750 |
| Atlanta NYC | General support | $500 |
| Boston Universitty | General support | $500 |
| Out of Hand Theater | General support | $500 |
| Winnebago Alumni Association | General support | $500 |
| The Coastal Symphony of Georgia | General support | $354 |
| The Coastal Symphony of Georgia | General support | $354 |
| The Coastal Symphony of Georgia | General support | $300 |
| WGBH Educational Foundation | General support | $275 |
| Grey Matter Project | General support | $250 |
| Waldoboro Food Pantry | General support | $250 |
| Golden Isles Arts and Humanities | General support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence J Lasser
- Michelle Lasser
- Ethan Lasser
Questions people ask
Does The Birchrock Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Birchrock Foundation give?
$379,803 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Birchrock Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lawrence J Lasser (Manager), Michelle Lasser (Manager) and Ethan Lasser (Manager).
What does The Birchrock Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.