National Society of Black Engineers
Preselected recipients only
National Society of Black Engineers is a private foundation in Alexandria, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $3,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $500. 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$3,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$500
- Assets$11,354
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,500 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $12,259 |
| 2024 | $1,500 | 3 | $11,474 |
| 2025 | $3,000 | 6 | $11,354 |
How to apply
National Society of Black Engineers 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 National Society of Black Engineers funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | 500 scholarship for new york university | $500 |
| Individual | 500 scholarship to bucknell university | $500 |
| Individual | 500 scholarship to university of michigan-ann arb | $500 |
| Individual | 500 scholarship to univ of southern california | $500 |
| Individual | 500 scholarship to minnesota state university | $500 |
| Individual | 500 scholarship to howard university | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Tima McGuthry-Banks
- Oluseye Iwarere
- Ljiljana Ciric
- Kito Robinson
- Said Broome
Questions people ask
Does National Society of Black Engineers accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does National Society of Black Engineers give?
$3,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs National Society of Black Engineers?
Its 2025 filing lists Tima McGuthry-Banks (President Emeritus), Oluseye Iwarere (President), Ljiljana Ciric (Secretary) and Kito Robinson (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does National Society of Black Engineers fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.