Firstman Family Foundation Inc
Firstman Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Pikesville, Maryland. It makes contributions to qualified charitable organizations, and its 2024 filing states that it gives only to preselected organizations.
Firstman Family Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Firstman Family Foundation Inc gave $15K across 31 grants in 2024 (avg $482.677), top state Maryland. 10% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $14,963
- -3.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 31
- -8.8% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $483
- +5.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $250
- Total assets
- $274,422
- +1.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 10% first-time grantees (3 of 31, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Maryland (37% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Firstman Family Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. The filing lists the foundation as the contact; form and materials, deadlines, and award restrictions are listed as N/A.
- Contact
Application contact: Firstman Family Foundation Inc
Mailing address: 4 Reservoir Circle Suite 201, Baltimore, MD 21208
Phone: (410) 321-1944
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Firstman Family Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Good Luck Macbeth Theater ($3K). Together the top 10 received $10K.
Grant Size Distribution
163 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 163 grants of 163 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, Maryland received 37% of grant dollars and Nevada received 31%. Illinois and Texas each received 7%, and New York received 3%. The listed grants also include recipients in other states.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 31 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Firstman Family Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
10%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 3 of 31 grantees (10%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $400; repeat grants $492. How we count
Medians: $500 first-time, $250 repeat.
- 84% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 42% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 66% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $15K (2024) to $28K (2022). In 2024 it made 31 grants totaling $15K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Good Luck Macbeth Theater Reno, NV | Charity | $2,500 |
| Talbot Hospice Foundation Easton, MD | Charity | $1,500 |
| Alzheimers Association Chicago, IL | Charity | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society Hagerstown, MD | Charity | $1,000 |
| American Heart Assoc Dallas, TX | Charity | $1,000 |
| CRCCS Washoe Valley, NV | Charity | $600 |
| Talbot County Humane Society Easton, MD | Charity | $500 |
| Talbot Couny Free Library Easton, MD | Charity | $500 |
| ASPCA Baltimore, MD | Charity | $500 |
| Weekend Backpacks for the Homeless Baltimore, MD | Charity | $500 |
Ready to take the next step with Firstman Family Foundation Inc?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $274,422 | $21,774 | $19,051 | $14,963 | 31 | $14,963 | $17,686 | $22,607 |
| 2023 | $271,575 | $16,572 | $17,890 | $15,500 | 34 | $15,500 | $14,182 | $19,453 |
| 2022 | $272,972 | $6,296 | $31,625 | $27,950 | 36 | $27,950 | $5,840 | $20,960 |
| 2021 | $298,404 | $12,272 | $30,930 | $26,000 | 34 | $26,000 | $7,342 | $23,921 |
| 2020 | $317,273 | $17,487 | $23,439 | $21,000 | 28 | — | $15,144 | $20,752 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Firstman Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $23K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants show support for a range of charitable organizations. For example, Talbot Hospice Foundation describes its work as providing hospice and palliative care and compassionate support to people facing serious or end-of-life illnesses. The American Cancer Society says it works to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support. Nevada Humane Society describes its mission as caring for pets, finding them homes, and saving lives; The Nature Conservancy says it works to conserve lands and waters; and Easton Volunteer Fire Department says it provides fire, rescue, and ambulance service.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 31 grants totaling $14,963. Grant amounts ranged from $100 to $2,500, with a median of $250. Among the largest grants were $2,500 to Good Luck Macbeth Theater, $1,500 to Talbot Hospice Foundation, and $1,000 each to the Alzheimer’s Association, American Cancer Society, and American Heart Association.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Edward E Firstman as president and Allan Alperstein as treasurer/secretary.
Firstman Family Foundation Inc is led by Edward E. Firstman, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Edward E. Firstman
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Allan Alperstein
Treasurer & Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Firstman Family Foundation Inc
How much does Firstman Family Foundation Inc give each year?
Firstman Family Foundation Inc gave $15K across 31 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $16K across 34 grants.
What is Firstman Family Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Firstman Family Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $250, and its average grant was $483, across 31 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Firstman Family Foundation Inc that year got $400 on average.
Where does Firstman Family Foundation Inc give grants?
Firstman Family Foundation Inc's top state is Maryland, with 37% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Nevada (31%) and Illinois (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Easton, MD (7 grants), Reno, NV (4 grants), Baltimore, MD (3 grants) and New York, NY (2 grants).
Does Firstman Family Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 31 grants with a stated purpose on Firstman Family Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charity" (31 grants).
Who are Firstman Family Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Firstman Family Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Good Luck Macbeth Theater ($2,500), Talbot Hospice Foundation ($1,500) and Alzheimers Association ($1,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 33% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Firstman Family Foundation Inc?
Firstman Family Foundation Inc reported $274K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $15K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $23K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Firstman Family Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants show support for a range of charitable organizations. For example, Talbot Hospice Foundation describes its work as providing hospice and palliative care and compassionate support to people facing serious or end-of-life illnesses. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Firstman Family Foundation Inc?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Firstman Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
Firstman Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-6034795. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Firstman Family Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Firstman Family Foundation Inc's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders that support many of the same organizations
Enterprise Holdings Foundation
Saint Louis, MO
The Enterprise Holdings Foundation supports charitable and educational nonprofits in communities where Enterprise Mobility operates, focusing on health, education, arts, and disaster relief; applicants must be actively supported by an Enterprise Mobility team member, spouse, or domestic partner. Giving varies widely: it reported 9,499 grants in 2024, but its 2025 filing showed one grant of $101.4 million, so that amount is not a typical award. Applications are accepted at any time through eligible Enterprise-affiliated applicants; the Foundation does not limit giving to preselected organizations.
Assets
$594.3M
Grants
1
Total Given
$101.4M
Duke Energy Foundation
Charlotte, NC
The Duke Energy Foundation funds workforce and local economic development, disaster resilience, conservation, clean water, and economic opportunity in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Its 2024 grants had a median of $25,000; applications for grants of $20,000 or less are accepted year-round, after applicants discuss proposals with a state representative.
Assets
$1.9M
Grants
41
Total Given
$25.6M
McKesson Foundation Inc
Dallas, TX
The McKesson Foundation funds cancer support and care, healthcare workforce pathways, and emergency response, with grants mainly supporting organizations in the United States and Canada. Its 2025 grants had a median of $100,000, though amounts ranged from $10,000 to about $2.47 million. Its filing says it does not accept unsolicited requests, while its application page describes an online application process with stated submission windows.
Assets
$1.6M
Grants
76
Total Given
$16.6M
Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation Inc
Princeton, NJ
The Bristol-Myers Squibb Foundation supports health access and stronger health systems, with a focus on adult and pediatric cancers, blood disorders, brain health, and clinical-trial participation in the United States, Brazil, India, and ten Sub-Saharan African countries. In 2024, its median grant was about $134,000, though awards varied widely; it does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests, and advises prospective applicants to contact the Foundation about its process.
Assets
$83.3M
Grants
144
Total Given
$67.7M
Mid Shore Community Foundation Inc
Easton, MD
The foundation supports nonprofits and students in Caroline, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot Counties, Maryland, across areas including education, health, arts and culture, the environment, historic preservation, animals, and youth development. In 2025, its 158 grants ranged from $5,200 to $3,769,289, with a median of $14,326. It accepts unsolicited requests through an annual online grant application for Mid-Shore nonprofits.
Assets
$175.2M
Grants
158
Total Given
$8.9M
Motorola Solutions Foundation
Chicago, IL
The Motorola Solutions Foundation funds first-responder programs and technology and engineering education, especially for under-resourced communities; its 2025 grants had a median of $35,000. It supports organizations worldwide, with priority for communities where Motorola Solutions operates, and accepts unsolicited requests through an annual letter-of-inquiry process, with full applications by invitation.
Assets
$1.2M
Grants
213
Total Given
$12.6M
More similar funders
More Funders in Maryland
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from Firstman Family Foundation Inc's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Firstman Family Foundation Inc down — hundreds of funders to go?