Lappe-Bowman J B for B-L Fdn-Char Tr
Preselected recipients only
Lappe-Bowman J B for B-L Fdn-Char Tr is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $260,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $13,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$260,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$13,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $268,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $268,000 | 9 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $260,000 | 10 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
Lappe-Bowman J B for B-L Fdn-Char Tr 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 Lappe-Bowman J B for B-L Fdn-Char Tr funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $120,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $75,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Guiding Eyes for the Blind | General operating | $75,000 |
| Western Pa School for Blind Children | General operating | $65,000 |
| The Seeing Eye | General operating | $50,000 |
| Guide Dog Foundation | General operating | $16,500 |
| Freedom Guide Dogs | General operating | $16,000 |
| Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh | General operating | $10,000 |
| National Braille Press | General operating | $7,500 |
| Helen Keller Services for the Blind | General operating | $7,500 |
| Perkins School for the Blind | General operating | $7,500 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | General operating | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bny Mellon N A
Questions people ask
Does Lappe-Bowman J B for B-L Fdn-Char Tr accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lappe-Bowman J B for B-L Fdn-Char Tr give?
$260,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $13,000.
Who runs Lappe-Bowman J B for B-L Fdn-Char Tr?
Its 2024 filing lists Bny Mellon N A (Trustee).
What does Lappe-Bowman J B for B-L Fdn-Char Tr fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability, education and animals.