The Bessie Rattner Foundation
Historical FunderFlorence, Massachusetts · EIN 13-6169194 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | DAWN RATTNER |
|---|---|
| Address | 1753 PARK ROAD, WASHINGTON DC 20010 |
| Phone | 7183260041 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION SHOULD BE SUBMITTED IN WRITING INDICATING THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION WITH RELEVANT SUPPORTING MATERIALS ATTACHED. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
86% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gala Hispanic Theatre | Washington, DC | General support | $50,000 |
| Conregation B'nai Isarel | Bridegport, CT | General support | $45,432 |
| Safe Passage | New York, NY | General support | $15,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | Washington, DC | General support | $10,000 |
| National Breast Cancer Foundation | Dallas, TX | General support | $5,000 |
| New England Public Radio | Springfield, MA | General support | $5,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action | Manhattan Beach, CA | General support | $5,000 |
| The Food Bank Western Massachusetts | Hatfield, MA | General support | $5,000 |
| American University Radio | Washington, DC | General support | $3,650 |
| New York Public Radio | New York, NY | General support | $3,650 |
| World Central Kitchen | Washington, DC | General support | $3,132 |
| Blueprint Geneva | Geneva, NY | General support | $2,500 |
| Glsen | New York, NY | General support | $2,500 |
| Soul Fire Farm | Petersburg, NY | General support | $2,500 |
| The Trevor Project | New York, NY | General support | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $160,864 | 15 |
| 2023 | $167,084 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533149349102443
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 13-6169194
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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