Biosophical Institute Inc
Preselected recipients only
Biosophical Institute Inc is a private foundation in South Euclid, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $32,900 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$32,900
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was down from $62,690 the year before.
63% 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 | $62,690 | 10 | $7.4 million |
| 2024 | $32,900 | 8 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
Biosophical Institute Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Biosophical Institute Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 4 | $12,900 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gateway Community Services Maine | Bridge to belong charitable support | $10,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Euphrates Institute | Peace practice alliance - expanding peace leadership | $5,000 |
| North Omaha Musicartthe Now Initiative | General support | $5,000 |
| National Peace Academy | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Midcoast Youth Center | Charitable support | $1,500 |
| Bath Tech - Bath Regional Career and Technical School | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Rotary Club of Bath | Charitable support/5k | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Louis Ensel
- Patti Bailie
- Ellen Ensel
- Gloria Mark
- Barbara Nemeth
Questions people ask
Does Biosophical Institute Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Biosophical Institute Inc give?
$32,900 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Biosophical Institute Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Louis Ensel (Executive Director/Trustee), Patti Bailie (Secy/Educ & Outrch Dir/Tte), Ellen Ensel (President/Trustee) and Gloria Mark (Vice President/Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Biosophical Institute Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.