The Bell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Highlands, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $65,500 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$65,500
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2024 was up from $59,000 the year before.
48% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $54,750 | 20 | $1.4 million |
| 2023 | $59,000 | 21 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $65,500 | 25 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Bell Family 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 Bell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 10 | $28,500 |
| North Carolina | 10 | $28,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Cashiers Land Trust | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Mainspring Conservation Trust | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Basset Hound Rescue of Georgia | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Aware Wildlife Center | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Planed Parenthood | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Food for the Poor | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Reformed Univ Fellowship | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Mercer School of Law | Unrestrected | $2,500 |
| Young Life East Atlanta | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Dekalb Pro Bono Legal Services | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| PBS Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Chastain Park Friends of the Arts | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Ahimsa House of Atlanta | Unrestrected | $2,500 |
| Brother Wolf | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Rabbit Room Inc | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Highlandscashiers Health Fondation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Cashiers Highlands Humane Society | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Highland Biological Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Florida Wildlife Commission | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Shapard Center Foundation | Unrestrected | $1,000 |
| Highlands Emergency Council | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Highlands Historical Society | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Multiple Myeloma Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Hudson Library | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Community Care Clinic | Unrestrected | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Griffen Bell Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Bell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bell Family Foundation give?
$65,500 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Bell Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Griffen Bell Jr (Prisident).
What does The Bell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and education.