The Bastion I Institute
Two oceans have always separated America from her great power adversaries and violent extremist organizations alike, but in today's interconnected world, America's neighborhood has drastically expanded, and the foreign policy decisions of our nation, and those around the globe, have a direct impact on the daily lives of every American.the bastion institute strives to bring together some of the brightest minds across the country to discuss the path toward strengthening America's leadership and standing on the international stage.
The Bastion I Institute at a glance
In short: The Bastion I Institute gave $240K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $240K), mostly in Massachusetts. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $240,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $240,000
- Median grant
- $240,000
- Total assets
- $788,152
- +136.7% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The Bastion I Institute funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Polaris National Security Foundation Inc ($240K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $240K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Polaris National Security Foundation Inc Beverly, MA | To Support the Organization's Mission | $240,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $788,152 | $962,000 | $489,633 | $240,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $332,984 | $669,000 | $559,487 | — | — |
| 2022 | $225,900 | $536,000 | $330,513 | — | — |
About The Bastion I Institute
Based on IRS filings
The Bastion I Institute is a public charity focused on International, Foreign Affairs & National Security, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2022 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $788K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $240K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Bastion I Institute is led by Bryan Kraber, Executive Director on the 2024 filing; none of the 11 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Bryan Kraber
Executive Director
New on the 2024 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Morgan Ortagus
Chair & Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Barry Jackson
Treasurer, Secretary & Board Member
Treasurer, Secretary & Board Member → Treasurer, Secretary & Board, 2023
Treasurer, Secretary & Board → Treasurer, Secretary & Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Col Dave Trotter
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kent Luken
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Les Williamson
Assistant Treasurer
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael Allen
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Peter Rough
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rachel Pearson
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Richard Goldberg
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Roger Zakheim
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Hooff Cooksey (2022–2023) — Executive Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "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 The Bastion I Institute
How much does The Bastion I Institute give each year?
The Bastion I Institute gave $240K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is The Bastion I Institute?
The Bastion I Institute reported $788K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $962K.
What is The Bastion I Institute?
The Bastion I Institute is a public charity focused on International, Foreign Affairs & National Security, based in Washington, DC. It holds $788K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does The Bastion I Institute operate?
The Bastion I Institute has awarded grants in Massachusetts.
What is The Bastion I Institute's EIN?
The Bastion I Institute's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-0710858. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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