Louis Blum Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Louis Blum Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$20,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$498,100
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $15,000 | 1 | $25,917 |
| 2024 | $15,000 | 1 | $492,033 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 2 | $498,100 |
How to apply
Louis Blum Charitable 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Rotary Foundation | Donation | $15,000 |
| Coastal Encinitas Rotary Club | Donation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Blum
- Carl Trosch
Questions people ask
Does Louis Blum Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Louis Blum Charitable Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Louis Blum Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Blum (Director) and Carl Trosch (Director).