The Forbes Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Forbes Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,200 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $7,000. 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$26,200
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$702,360
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was up from $23,650 the year before.
6% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,000 | 16 | $596,676 |
| 2024 | $23,650 | 17 | $642,700 |
| 2025 | $26,200 | 18 | $702,360 |
How to apply
The Forbes 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 Forbes Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 17 | $25,950 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southminister Presbyterian Church | General operations | $7,000 |
| Church of the Resurrection | General operations | $5,800 |
| Salvation Army | Provide services for the needy in the tulsa area | $3,500 |
| University of Tulsa College of Law | Support of student services and scholarships | $2,500 |
| Ascension St John Foundation | Support the breast center in tulsa | $1,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Support services for the needy in the tulsa area | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels-Tulsa | Provide meals for the needy in the tulsa area | $1,000 |
| Catholic Diocese of Tulsa | Support faith & works program | $700 |
| American Heart Association-Tulsa | Cpr education in the tulsa area | $500 |
| American Red Cross-Tulsa Area Chapter | Cpr education in the tulsa area | $500 |
| Community Food Bank of Eastern Oklahoma | Provide food for the needy in the tulsa region | $500 |
| Saint Francis Hospice | Support the hospice in tulsa | $500 |
| Up With Trees | Tree maintenance on public rights of way | $500 |
| Friends of Catholic Education | Support at risk catholic schools in the tulsa area | $250 |
| Iron Gate | Feed the needy in tulsa | $250 |
| Life Senior Services | Provide services for senior citizen in the tulsa area | $250 |
| Zeta Psi Educational Foundation | College scholarships | $250 |
| Special Olympics-Oklahoma | Support the special olympics games in oklahoma | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- William D Andres
- Elizabeth A Forbes
Questions people ask
Does The Forbes Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Forbes Foundation give?
$26,200 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Forbes Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William D Andres (Trustee) and Elizabeth A Forbes (Trustee).
What does The Forbes Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.