The Sophie S Bass Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sophie S Bass Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $125,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$125,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $140,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $200,000 | 6 | $2.2 million |
| 2023 | $140,000 | 4 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $125,000 | 5 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The Sophie S 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 Sophie S Bass Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $125,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Medical Center Foundation | Pediatric health care and innovation. | $50,000 |
| Fort Worth Zoological Association | To support various programs for the fort worth zoo. | $25,000 |
| City Kids Adventures | Provides outdoor opportunities for city kids to expand their horizons beyond their neighborhoods. | $20,000 |
| Southwestern Medical Foundation | Studies the causes, prevention and cure diseases of the minds and bodies of underserved persons. | $20,000 |
| One Safe Place | To support the prevention of crime and violence in tarrant county's neighborhoods, schools, and homes. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lee M Bass
- Ardon E Moore III
- Thomas W White
- Ramona Seeligson Bass
- Gary W Reese
- Sophie Bass Crommett
Questions people ask
Does The Sophie S Bass Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sophie S Bass Foundation give?
$125,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Sophie S Bass Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lee M Bass (Director/Vice President), Ardon E Moore III (Director/Sec/Treas), Thomas W White (Asst Sec/Asst Treas) and Ramona Seeligson Bass (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Sophie S Bass Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and community development.