The Bascom Little Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Bascom Little Fund is a private foundation in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $56,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,600. 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$56,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,600
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $50,100 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 | $50,100 | 7 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $56,500 | 7 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Bascom Little 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Bascom Little Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 6 | $51,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idea Stream | General | $15,600 |
| Cleveland Composers Guild | General | $15,100 |
| Cleveland Chamber Symphony | General | $10,000 |
| Akron Symphonic Winds | General | $5,000 |
| Lithuanian American Community Inc | General | $5,000 |
| The Music Settlement | General | $4,300 |
| Cleveland Chamber Collective | General | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard H Bole
- Andrew L Fabens III
- Gerald Paul Cox
- Dixon Morgan Jr
- David A Vincent
- Wynne Morgan
Questions people ask
Does The Bascom Little Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bascom Little Fund give?
$56,500 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Bascom Little Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard H Bole (Trustee), Andrew L Fabens III (Trustee), Gerald Paul Cox (Trustee) and Dixon Morgan Jr (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Bascom Little Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.