Bear Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyTucson, Arizona · EIN 13-6061327 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$5,000
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$500
Total assets$69K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $600.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
87% of grants went outside Arizona.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Search | San Francisco, CA | financial assistance for youth programs | $1,000 |
| Community Food Bank | Tucson, AZ | Provide food assistance to low income persons | $1,000 |
| Herndon Sports Boosters | Herndon, VA | High School sports program support | $600 |
| Greater Lawrence Family Health | Methuen, MA | financial assistance to indigent patients | $500 |
| Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival | New York, NY | Support programming for not-for-profit musical performances | $500 |
| Shades of Pink Foundation | Birmingham, MI | Provide financial assistance to cancer patients | $500 |
| US Squash | New York, NY | Financial assistance for youth squash programs | $500 |
| Stony Brook Southampton Hospital | Southampton, NY | financial assistance for medical research | $400 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,000 | 8 |
| 2024 | $5,425 | 11 |
| 2023 | $7,800 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622459349100717
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-6061327
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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