The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 52 grants; the typical grant was $16,334 and the largest $167,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$16,334
- Largest grant$167,000
- Assets$22.8 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
21% of its 2025 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 | $1.1 million | 50 | $20.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 57 | $21.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 52 | $22.8 million |
How to apply
The Robert and Esther Black Family 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 Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 39 | $966,166 |
| New York | 10 | $251,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery School | General support | $167,000 |
| Richland County Land Bank | General support | $83,333 |
| United Way of Richland County | General support | $61,000 |
| Fenimore Art Museum | General support | $56,667 |
| North Central State College | General support | $50,000 |
| The Glimmerglass Festival | General support | $50,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Third Street Family Health Services | General support | $50,000 |
| Community Foundation of Otsego County | General support | $50,000 |
| Upstate Home for Children FD | General support | $40,000 |
| Renaissance Performing Arts Assoc | General support | $38,667 |
| Mansfield Art Center | General support | $38,333 |
| Richland Academy of the Arts | General support | $38,333 |
| Mansfield City Schools | General support | $33,333 |
| Wayfinders Ohio Inc | General support | $30,000 |
| American Red Cross | General support | $28,000 |
| St Peter's Parish | General support | $27,667 |
| Richland County Foundation | General support | $27,000 |
| Glimmerglass Opera Theatre | General support | $25,000 |
| Family Planning of South Central New York | General support | $20,000 |
| ACLU of Ohio Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| First Congregational Church | General support | $20,000 |
| Northern Ohio Land Conservancy | General support | $17,333 |
| Historic Saranac Lake | John black room renovations | $16,667 |
| West Creek Conservancy | General support | $16,667 |
| Rails to Trails of Wyne County | General support | $16,667 |
| Wayne Center for the Arts | General support | $16,000 |
| Alzheimer-S Association | General support | $13,333 |
| Helios Care | General support | $13,333 |
| Hartwick College | General support | $13,333 |
| United Way of North Central Ohio | General support | $13,333 |
| Pathfinder Village Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| United Way Ofashland County | General support | $10,000 |
| Wooster Community Hospital Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Main Street Wooster Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio | General support | $9,500 |
| Western Reserve Academy | General support | $7,000 |
| Richland Carrousel Park | General support | $7,000 |
| Third Street Community Clinic | General support | $7,000 |
| Western Reserve Land Conservancy | General support | $6,667 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth G Hochman
- PNC Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $16,334.
Who runs The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth G Hochman (Co-Trustee) and PNC Bank N A (Trustee).
What does The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and human services.