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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Bassman Family Charitable Trust is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing funding exclusively by invitation. With a total of $194.2K distributed among 175 grantees in 2024, the trust does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the trust can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$194.2K
2024
Grantees funded
175
Multi-year grantees
49%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
65
Median 1st year grant
$270
Median 2nd year grant
$375
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
H
Harley Bassman
Board Member
L
Lori Bassman
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST?
No. THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST give?
THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in New York, California, and Illinois. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about <$1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST make each year?
In 2024, THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST awarded about 70 grants, totaling nearly $194 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST fund recently?
In 2024, THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST awarded grants to about 180 grantees. Recent grantees include RIVERSIDE PARK CONSERVANCY INC, LAGUNA ART MUSEUM, and University of Chicago. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST?
THE BASSMAN FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.