The Bovin Family Foundation
The Bovin Family Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, New York. Its 2022 filing is marked as a final return and reports no grants or assets; the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
The Bovin Family Foundation at a glance
- Revenue (2022)
- $11,000
- -27.5% vs 2021
- Qualifying distributions (2022)
- $11,000
- -46.7% vs 2021
- Expenses (2022)
- $11,000
- -46.7% vs 2021
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2022; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Bovin Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation’s 2022 filing states that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. This is not a current application opportunity; the filing is marked as the organization’s final return.
- Contact
Mailing address: One Liberty Plaza, New York, NY 10006
Phone: (212) 225-2620
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Bovin Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
56 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 55 grants of 56 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The listed 2021 grantees were located in New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Florida, and Washington, DC. These grants show the locations of named recipients, not a stated geographic focus for the foundation.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
How The Bovin Family Foundation gives
- 75% of 2021 grantees were also funded in 2020. Method
- In 2022 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021). 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 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $13K (2021) to $115K (2020). In 2021 it made 24 grants totaling $13K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Overlook Foundation Summit, NJ | General Unrestricted | $4,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House New York New York, NY | General Unrestricted | $3,250 |
| New York Common Pantry New York, NY | General Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Opportunity Project Inc Millburn, NJ | General Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy New York, NY | General Unrestricted | $750 |
| New Jersey Seeds Inc Newark, NJ | General Unrestricted | $600 |
| Andy Bovin Memorial Fund Summit, NJ | General Unrestricted | $260 |
| Planned Parenthood New York, NY | General Unrestricted | $250 |
| Amfar (The Foundation for AIDS Research) New York, NY | General Unrestricted | $180 |
| Temple B'nai Abraham Livingston, NJ | General Unrestricted | $154 |
Ready to take the next step with The Bovin Family Foundation?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $11,000 | $11,000 | — | — | $11,000 | $20 |
| 2021 | — | $15,172 | $20,635 | $13,180 | 24 | $20,635 | $200 |
| 2020 | $5,458 | $116,451 | $119,143 | $115,218 | 32 | — | $242 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Bovin Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $20 for 2022 — 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 foundation mission is stated in the available information. Its 2021 grants included organizations whose stated missions covered health care, hunger relief, support for people with brain injuries, educational preparation for low-income students, cancer research, and services for veterans and their families.
Grantmaking
In 2021, the foundation reported $13,180 in grants across 24 grants. Examples include $4,500 to the Overlook Foundation, whose mission is to advance high-quality health care by Overlook Medical Center; $1,000 to New York Common Pantry, which says it reduces hunger while promoting dignity, health, and self-sufficiency; and $1,000 to Opportunity Project Inc., whose stated mission is to support people with brain injuries in pursuing independence and personal growth.
Other reported 2021 grants included $600 to New Jersey SEEDS, $100 to the American Institute for Cancer Research, $50 to Wounded Warrior Project, and $36 to the Melanoma Research Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2022 filing lists Denis A. Bovin as trustee.
The Bovin Family Foundation is led by Denis A. Bovin, Trustee on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Denis A. Bovin
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Steven M. Loeb (2020) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "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 Bovin Family Foundation
What does The Bovin Family Foundation fund?
No foundation mission is stated in the available information. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Bovin Family Foundation?
The foundation’s 2022 filing states that it made contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does The Bovin Family Foundation make grants?
The listed 2021 grantees were located in New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Florida, and Washington, DC. These grants show the locations of named recipients, not a stated geographic focus for the foundation.
How much is The Bovin Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2022, The Bovin Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $20 on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Bovin Family Foundation's EIN?
The Bovin Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-4107990. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Does The Bovin Family Foundation 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 2020–2022
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in The Bovin Family Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in New York
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
The Ford Foundation
New York, NY
The Ford Foundation funds organizations and initiatives working to reduce inequality and advance social justice, including work on civic engagement, civil rights, climate justice, disability rights, and technology and society. In 2024, its grants ranged from $45 to $15 million, with a median of $100,000, supporting work in the U.S. and internationally. It says most grants are identified by the foundation and it does not accept unsolicited proposals by mail, email, or phone; limited opportunities may be offered separately.
Assets
$17.5B
Grants
4,007
Total Given
$844.7M
The New York Community Trust
New York, NY
The New York Community Trust funds nonprofit programs in areas such as arts, education, health, the environment, workforce development, and youth development, including projects that improve services, build organizational capacity, or advance policy and systems change. Its competitive grants mainly serve New York City, Long Island, and Westchester, with some national and international environmental funding; the 2024 median grant was $20,000. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$3.5B
Grants
2,748
Total Given
$193.8M
The Simons Foundation Inc
New York, NY
The Simons Foundation funds research and public engagement in mathematics and the physical, life, autism, and neuroscience sciences. In 2024, it made 1,727 grants, with a median award of $72,000 and amounts ranging from $1,480 to $20 million, supporting organizations in the U.S. and internationally. It states that it funds only preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$4.5B
Grants
1,727
Total Given
$272.0M
Local Initiatives Support Corporation
New York, NY
LISC funds affordable housing, community development, small businesses, and related efforts that strengthen inclusive communities, providing grants as well as loans, equity, and technical assistance across the country. Its 2024 grants had a median award of $40,000, though amounts varied widely. Application access is program-specific: for its Rhode Island child care facilities planning grants, applicants are instructed to consult program staff before submitting a request.
Assets
$1.6B
Grants
1,119
Total Given
$102.8M
Wellspring Philanthropic Fund Inc
New York, NY
Wellspring Philanthropic Fund supports human rights and social and economic justice, including work on climate, the environment, civic engagement, and Jewish causes, in the United States and internationally. Its 2024 grants had a median of $200,000, with amounts ranging from $500 to $9.75 million. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests; it plans to end grantmaking by the end of 2028.
Assets
$134.4M
Grants
1,101
Total Given
$326.0M
More Funders in New York
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from The Bovin Family Foundation'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.
The Bovin Family Foundation down — hundreds of funders to go?