William Bass Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William Bass Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,891 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $4,300. 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$14,891
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$4,300
- Assets$224,497
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $14,360 the year before.
33% 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 | $17,137 | 12 | $234,049 |
| 2024 | $14,360 | 8 | $238,299 |
| 2025 | $14,891 | 9 | $224,497 |
How to apply
William Bass 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.
What William Bass Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $12,891 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Barnes Foundation | Charitable | $4,300 |
| Congregation Rodeph Shalom | Charitable | $2,635 |
| Delaware Valley Friends School | Charitable | $2,476 |
| Tufts University | Charitable | $2,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School | Charitable | $1,250 |
| Thomas Jefferson University | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Rosenbach Museum & Library | Charitable | $550 |
| Pocono Heritage Land Trust | Charitable | $500 |
| The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History | Charitable | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Bass
- Jonathan Bass
- Diane Bass
Questions people ask
Does William Bass Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William Bass Charitable Foundation give?
$14,891 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs William Bass Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Bass (President), Jonathan Bass (Manager) and Diane Bass (Manager).
What does William Bass Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.