Blue Dolphin Foundation is a private foundation focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in MARLBORO, NJ. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $169K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 17 grants totaling $15K. Net investment income was $909.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$169K
-22.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$15K
-43.5% YoY
Grant Count
17
-5.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$873.235
-40.1% YoY
About Blue Dolphin Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Blue Dolphin Foundation is a private foundation focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in MARLBORO, NJ. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $169K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 17 grants totaling $15K. Net investment income was $909.
Focus Areas
Ready to take the next step with Blue Dolphin Foundation?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $169,170 | $217,989 | $195,039 |
| Revenue | $-45,631 | $49,372 | $273,829 |
| Expenses | $14,845 | $26,423 | $16,580 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $14,845 | $26,423 | $16,580 |
| Net Investment Income | $909 | $49,372 | $11,653 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | $10,968 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
62 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Marlboro Jewish Center ($4,711), Joan Dancy and Pals ($2,108), Bbyo ($1,800).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Birthright Israel Foundation New York, NY | donation | $186 |
| Joan Dancy and Pals Red Bank, NJ | donation | $2,108 |
| BBYO Washington DC, DC | donation | $1,800 |
| Alyn Wheels of Love NY, NY | donation | $185 |
| Marlboro Jewish Center Marlboro, NJ | donation | $4,711 |
| Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jer Toms River, NJ | donation | $500 |
| The Hebrew Academy Marlboro, NJ | donation | $1,800 |
| Washington University Chabad St Louis, MO | donation | $556 |
| Washington University Hillel St Louis, MO | donation | $360 |
| Walk for Friends Manalapan, NJ | donation | $50 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mindy Grafstein | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Allen Grafstein | Trustee | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Dolphin Foundation?
Blue Dolphin Foundation is a private foundation focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in MARLBORO, NJ. It holds $169K in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Blue Dolphin Foundation?
As of 2024, Blue Dolphin Foundation holds $169K in total assets with $-45,631 in annual revenue. It awarded 17 grants totaling $15K in 2024.
Where does Blue Dolphin Foundation operate?
Blue Dolphin Foundation has awarded grants in Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Iowa, Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, Virginia.
What size grants does Blue Dolphin Foundation award?
In 2024, Blue Dolphin Foundation awarded 17 grants totaling $15K — an average of about $873.235 per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Blue Dolphin Foundation's EIN?
Blue Dolphin Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 06-1512625. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Blue Dolphin Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database
Related Funders
Similar funders by location and focus area
Laborers Intl Union of 472 Hcl
NEWARK, NJ
Assets
$61.5M
Grants
1
Total Given
$179K
The Community Chest of Englewood
ENGLEWOOD, NJ
Assets
$491K
Grants
5
Total Given
$38K
Margaret a Darrin Charitable Trust
FLORHAM PARK, NJ
Assets
$111.3M
Grants
61
Total Given
$6.9M
Anplr Religious Education Inc
PASSAIC, NJ
Assets
$19K
Grants
0
Total Given
—
The William & Phyllis Mack Family
FORT LEE, NJ
Assets
$5.9M
Grants
53
Total Given
$3.2M
New Digital Trade Coalition Ndtc
NORTH BERGEN, NJ
Assets
$300
Grants
0
Total Given
—
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
What could you do with Blue Dolphin Foundation on Grantable?
- Assess strategic fit with your organization
- Draft a tailored letter of inquiry
- Find open RFPs from this funder
- Monitor for new funding opportunities
Go from researching Blue Dolphin Foundation to a real strategy.