The Basic Fund
Oakland, California · EIN 943290699 · Private foundation
The Basic Fund is a private foundation based in Oakland, California. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2024) reports $15.3M in grants paid and $21.9M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 1 individual grants from this funder — $7.4M awarded across 2024 — including its support for higher education. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Basic Fund funds
The Basic Fund's giving carries a documented focus on higher education.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Basic Fund Scholarship Foundation GENERAL SUPPORT | Oakland, CA | $7.4M | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from The Basic Fund
The Basic Fund'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 The Basic Fund
- Does The Basic Fund accept grant applications?
- The Basic Fund'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 The Basic Fund fund?
- The Basic Fund's grants focus on higher education. Example recipients include The Basic Fund Scholarship Foundation. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Basic Fund give in grants?
- The Basic Fund reported $15.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2024). Across all years in our data it has awarded $7.4M over 1 grants.
- Where is The Basic Fund located?
- The Basic Fund is based in Oakland, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 943290699.
- How can I find foundations similar to The Basic Fund?
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