The Blanke Foundation
Accepts applications
The Blanke Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$50,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $45,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $48,000 | 5 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $45,000 | 4 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 4 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Debra Grand 135 S Lasalle Street, Chicago, IL 60603 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (312) 828-2055 |
| What to submit | No formal application required |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $25,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $15,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Abby Kelley Foster House Inc | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Water Project | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Be Like Brit Foundation Inc | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Aldo Leopold Foundation | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does The Blanke Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Blanke Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs The Blanke Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).