The Ramona F Bass Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ramona F Bass Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $87,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $10,500 and the largest $22,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$87,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$10,500
- Largest grant$22,500
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $82,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $86,000 | 1 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $82,000 | 7 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $87,000 | 6 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Ramona F Bass 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 Ramona F Bass Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $33,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $33,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Palestine Childrens Relief Fund | Provide humanitarian relief focused on healthcare for children in palestine. | $22,500 |
| Unrwa USA National Committee Inc | Promote a life of dignity and human development for palestine refugees. | $22,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Provide leadership, advocacy, and education in the field of reproductive health care. | $10,500 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas Inc | Help protect and restore access to safe, legal abortion and reproductive rights | $10,500 |
| The Malala Fund | Promote girls' education and equality worldwide by working to ensure that girls everywhere have access to 12 years of free, safe and quality education. | $10,500 |
| The Trevor Project | To provide crisis counselors lgbtq young people. | $10,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee M Bass
- Ardon E Moore III
- Thomas W White
- Ramona Seeligson Bass
- Gary W Reese
- Ramona Frates Bass
Questions people ask
Does The Ramona F Bass Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ramona F Bass Foundation give?
$87,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $10,500.
Who runs The Ramona F Bass Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lee M Bass (Director/President), Ardon E Moore III (Director/Sec/Treas), Thomas W White (Asst Sec/Asst Treas) and Ramona Seeligson Bass (Director/Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Ramona F Bass Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and health.