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Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation is a private trust based in LITTLE ROCK, AR. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2016. It holds total assets of $939K. Annual income is reported at $124K. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Texas and Arkansas. According to available records, Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation has made 168 grants totaling $361K, with a median grant of $472.5. The foundation has distributed between $70K and $131K annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $131K distributed across 68 grants. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $41K, with an average award of $2K. The foundation has supported 63 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, Arkansas, New Jersey, which account for 96% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$350
Average Grant
$2K
Largest Grant
$26K
Based on 33 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 168 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, AR, NJ.
Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation has distributed a total of $361K across 168 grants. The median grant size is $472.5, with an average of $2K. Individual grants have ranged from N/A to $41K.
Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Mr & Mrs Gus Blass Foundation is headquartered in LITTLE ROCK, AR. While based in AR, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 7 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constance B O'Neill | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Patricia B Blass | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$85K
Total Assets
$1.1M
Fair Market Value
$1.7M
Net Worth
$1.1M
Grants Paid
$76K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$77K
Distribution Amount
$74K
Total: $936K
Total Grants
168
Total Giving
$361K
Average Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$472.5
Unique Recipients
63
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operation KindnessUNDESIGNATED | Carrollton, TX | $200 | 2023 |
| American Cancer SocietyUNDESIGNATED | Kennesaw, GA | $3K | 2022 |
| Southern Methodist UniversityUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $32K | 2023 |
| Children'S Medical Center FoundationUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $6K | 2023 |
| Crystal Charity BallUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $6K | 2023 |
| University Of Texas Southwestern Medical FoundationUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Methodist Family Health HospitalUNDESIGNATED | Little Rock, AR | $5K | 2023 |
| Highland Park Educational FoundationUNDESIGNATED | Highland Park, NJ | $4K | 2023 |
| Congregation B'Nai IsraelUNDESIGNATED | Hot Springs, AR | $3K | 2023 |
| Jr League Of DallasUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $2K | 2023 |
| Uams Institutional AdvancementsUNDESIGNATED | Little Rock, AR | $2K | 2023 |
| Salesmanship Club Of DallasUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| The Senior SourceUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| National Wwii MuseumUNDESIGNATED | New Orleans, LA | $1K | 2023 |
| Boy Scouts Of AmericaUNDESIGNATED | Little Rock, AR | $1K | 2023 |
| Communities Foundation Of TexasUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| Kurt Thomas FoundationUNDESIGNATED | Frisco, TX | $750 | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of Pulaski CountyUNDESIGNATED | Little Rock, AR | $600 | 2023 |
| Charter 100UNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $500 | 2023 |
| The Dallas AssemblyUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $495 | 2023 |
| University Of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $450 | 2023 |
| Chi OmegaUNDESGINATED | Fayetteville, AR | $375 | 2023 |
| Forefront Living FoundationUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $350 | 2023 |
| New Life FriendsUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $250 | 2023 |
| St Mark'S School Of TexasUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $250 | 2023 |
| Celebrating Women-Baylor Scott And White HospitalUNDESIGNATED | Fort Worth, TX | $250 | 2023 |
| Girl Scouts Of North TexasUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $200 | 2023 |
| Momentous InstituteUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $200 | 2023 |
| La Fiesta De Las Seis BanderasUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $175 | 2023 |
| Austin Street CenterUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $150 | 2023 |
| Callier Center For Commmunication DisordersUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $150 | 2023 |
| Equest AuxiliaryUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $150 | 2023 |
| Faith Presbyterian HospiceUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $150 | 2023 |
| Mariane Scruggs Garden ClubUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $150 | 2023 |
| The Salvation ArmyUNDESIGNATED | Little Rock, AR | $150 | 2023 |
| Turtle Creek ConservatoryUNDESIGNATED | Dallas, TX | $150 | 2023 |
| Little Rock Compassion CenterUNDESIGNATED | Little Rock, AR | $100 | 2023 |
| Arkansas Hospice FoundationUNDESIGNATED | North Little Rock, AR | N/A | 2023 |
| Uams Foundation FundDIVISION OF INSTITUTIONAL ADVANCEMENT | Little Rock, AR | $3K | 2022 |
| Temple B'Nai IsraelUNDESIGNATED | Little Rock, AR | $3K | 2022 |