Bazarsky Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bazarsky Family Foundation is a private foundation in Middletown, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 55 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $350,000. 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 grants55
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$14.6 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $928,369 the year before.
43% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $617,324 | 34 | $12.6 million |
| 2023 | $855,783 | 41 | $12.0 million |
| 2024 | $928,369 | 42 | $13.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 55 | $14.6 million |
How to apply
Bazarsky 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 Bazarsky Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 47 | $1.2 million |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $56,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,600 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rogers Tech Endowment Fund | Support for technology hardware, systems, and professional development in education. | $350,000 |
| Martin Luther King Center | Support for community food program which provides food assistance and nutritional education. | $75,400 |
| Portsmouth Abbey School | Support for various educational programs. | $70,000 |
| Newport Hospital | Support for the development of the hospital and patient care. | $60,375 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Support for diabetes research and awareness. | $51,000 |
| Bike Newport | Support for improvement, encouragement, and facilitation of bicycling in newport. | $50,000 |
| Fabnewport | Support for organization providing educational programs to children. | $50,000 |
| Congregation Jeshuat Israel | Support for the operations and maintenance of the synagogue. | $49,494 |
| Salve Regina University | Donations to college scholarship fund. | $41,825 |
| St Michael's Country Day School | Support for various educational programs. | $40,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County | Support for various programs for youth in need. | $35,000 |
| Newport Festivals Foundation | Support for local music festivals and music education programs. | $35,000 |
| Star Kids Scholarship Program | Support for providing educational opportunities to non-public schools. | $35,000 |
| Newport Classical Music Festival | Support for performance of classical music. | $30,100 |
| Jewish Alliance of Rhode Island | Support for the exploration and celebration of jewish identity. | $27,500 |
| Newport Contemporary Ballet | Support for the ballet. | $20,000 |
| Oliver Hazard Perry | Support for education-at-sea programs. | $20,000 |
| Norman Bird Sanctuary | Support for sparking people's curiosity to explore, steward, and find peace and joy in nature. | $19,000 |
| Save the Bay | Support for protecting and improving narragansett bay. | $16,000 |
| Conexion Latina | Support for connecting latino communities with resources and relationships that support dignity, stability & opportunity. | $15,000 |
| Newport String Project | Support for youth music group | $12,500 |
| Newport Public Education Foundation | Support for educational programs in public schools. | $11,500 |
| Newport Pride | Support for the lgbtq+ community. | $11,000 |
| Newport Mental Health | Support for mental health services | $10,200 |
| Audrain Auto Museum | Support for the preservation, celebration, & sharing of automotive history. | $10,000 |
| First Tee Rhode Island | Support for helping kids build life and leadership skills through golf-based personal growth programs. | $10,000 |
| Hug Reading Program | Support for promoting social equality and education for all students. | $10,000 |
| Renewport | Support for bringing together leaders, government officials, community organizations and citizens to tackle local challenges. | $10,000 |
| Preservation Society of Newport County | Support for the preservation of structures and artifacts in newport ri. | $9,550 |
| Rogers High School | Support for education. | $8,000 |
| Newport Art Museum | Support for museum showcasing art and promoting art education | $6,250 |
| Newport Film | Support for inspiring, educating, and entertaining by presenting current and impactful documentaries that build community and propel change. | $5,400 |
| Armstead-Barnhill Foundation | Support for awareness and treatment of sickle cell anemia. | $5,000 |
| Newport Children's Theatre | Support for enriching youth through children's theater. | $5,000 |
| Outer Coast | Support for various educational and art programs. | $5,000 |
| Individual | Support for families in need. | $5,000 |
| Cisf | Support for inspiring and engaging people of all ages with the coastal environment through boating and education. | $4,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Support for the enhancement the well-being of jewish people and israel, and the advancement of human rights. | $3,600 |
| Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation | Support for children in need. | $3,000 |
| Iyrs School of Technology & Trades | Support for training highly skilled craftspeople and technicians for careers in a wide range of industries. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David G Bazarsky
- Carol R Bazarsky
Questions people ask
Does Bazarsky Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bazarsky Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Bazarsky Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David G Bazarsky (Trustee) and Carol R Bazarsky (Trustee).
What does Bazarsky Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and youth programs.