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The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania  ·  EIN 616433804  ·  Private foundation

The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation is a Pennsylvania-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $1.1M in annual giving against $17.1M in assets. This page documents the 215 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$1.1M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$17.1M
Total assets
215
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation funds

The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, community improvement, domestic violence, education, faith-based (christian), and related causes.

Arts & CultureCommunity ImprovementDomestic ViolenceEducationFaith-Based (Christian)Food & AgricultureHealth CareHigher EducationHousing & Homelessness

Populations it has supported include black communities, children, families.

black communitieschildrenfamilies

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Richland County Foundation
GENERAL OPERATING
Mansfield, OH$113K2022
Richland County Foundation
GENERAL SUPPORT
Mansfield, OH$110K2020
Mansfield Art Center
GENERAL SUPPORT
Mansfield, OH$103K2020
Taking Root Farms
GENERAL OPERATING
Mansfield, OH$100K2024
Kingwood Center Gardens
GENERAL SUPPORT
Mansfield, OH$89K2020
Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio
GENERAL SUPPORT
Mansfield, OH$82K2022
United Way of North Central Ohio
POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Marion, OH$82K2022
The Glimmerglass Festival
GENERAL SUPPORT
Cooperstown, NY$73K2023
Mansfield Area YMCA
GENERAL SUPPORT
Mansfield, OH$70K2020
YMCA of North Central Ohio
GENERAL SUPPORT
Mansfield, OH$67K2024
YMCA of North Central Ohio
GENERAL SUPPORT
Mansfield, OH$67K2023
North End Community Improvement
GENERAL SUPPORT
Mansfield, OH$67K2023
Ohio Bird Sanctuary
SPREADING OUR WINGS PROGRAM
Ontario, OH$67K2022
Ashland Schine's Theater
CAP CAMPAIGN
Ashland, OH$67K2022
United Way of Richland County
GENERAL SUPPORT
Mansfield, OH$60K2023

The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$1.1M
2022$1.2M
2023$1.1M
2024$1.3M

How to apply for funding from The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation

The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation

Does The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation accept grant applications?
The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation fund?
The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include Richland County Foundation, Richland County Foundation, Mansfield Art Center. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation give in grants?
The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation reported $1.1M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.7M over 215 grants.
Where is The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation located?
The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 616433804.
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About this profile. This page is built from The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with The Robert and Esther Black Family Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.