Blue Dot Foundation
Washington, District of Columbia · EIN 541739160 · Private foundation
Blue Dot Foundation is a private foundation based in Washington, District of Columbia. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $6.4M in grants paid and $498.4M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 70 individual grants from this funder — $298.8M awarded across 2020–2024 — including its support for education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What Blue Dot Foundation funds
Blue Dot Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on education, health care.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Philanthropic Trust GENERAL SUPPORT | Jenkintown, PA | $60.0M | 2022 |
| Depauw University EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT | Greencastle, IN | $50.4M | 2023 |
| Depauw University EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT | Greencastle, IN | $46.0M | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from Blue Dot Foundation
Blue Dot Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about Blue Dot Foundation
- Does Blue Dot Foundation accept grant applications?
- Blue Dot Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Blue Dot Foundation fund?
- Blue Dot Foundation's grants focus on education. Example recipients include National Philanthropic Trust, Depauw University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Blue Dot Foundation give in grants?
- Blue Dot Foundation reported $6.4M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $298.8M over 70 grants.
- Where is Blue Dot Foundation located?
- Blue Dot Foundation is based in Washington, District of Columbia. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 541739160.
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