Van Buren Family Foundation Inc
Van Buren Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Palm Beach, Florida. Its 2024 filing reports 16 grants totaling $28,000 to charitable organizations in New Jersey, Florida, and California.
Van Buren Family Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Van Buren Family Foundation Inc gave $28K across 16 grants in 2024 (avg $2K), top state New Jersey. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $28,000
- +33.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 16
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $1,750
- +33.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,500
- Total assets
- $263,764
- -8.3% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (48% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Van Buren Family Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: Co Stuart J Haft PO Box 431, Palm Beach, FL 33480
Phone: (561) 659-1770
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Van Buren Family Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Palm Beach Civic Association ($3K). Together the top 10 received $20K.
Grant Size Distribution
35 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 35 grants of 35 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 filing reports that 48% of grant dollars went to recipients in New Jersey, 45% to recipients in Florida, and 7% to recipients in California.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 16 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Van Buren Family Foundation Inc gives
- 100% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 109% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (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 $3K (2020) to $28K (2024). In 2024 it made 16 grants totaling $28K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach Civic Association Palm Beach, FL | General | $2,500 |
| Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach Palm Beach, FL | General | $2,500 |
| The Society of the Four Arts Palm Beach, FL | General | $2,500 |
| Barnegat Light First Aid Squad Barnegat Light, NJ | General | $2,000 |
| Barnegat Light Volunteer Fire Company Barnegat Light, NJ | General | $2,000 |
| Surf City Volunteer Fire Department Surf City, CA | General | $2,000 |
| High Point Volunteer Fire Company Harvey Cedars, NJ | General | $2,000 |
| Big Dog Ranch Rescue Loxahatchee Groves, FL | General | $1,500 |
| Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter Manahawkin, NJ | General | $1,500 |
| Global Empowerment Mission Doral, FL | General | $1,500 |
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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 | $263,764 | $23,984 | $47,922 | $28,000 | 16 | $28,000 | $4,062 | $25,791 |
| 2023 | $287,702 | $10,292 | $40,193 | $21,000 | 16 | $21,000 | — | $24,385 |
| 2021 | $351,159 | $37,822 | $7,875 | — | — | — | $29,947 | $26,913 |
| 2020 | $321,212 | $7,058 | $11,521 | $2,550 | 3 | — | — | $22,527 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Van Buren Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $26K 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 2024 grants went to organizations whose stated missions include civic engagement and local quality of life, preservation of Palm Beach’s heritage, arts and educational programming, emergency medical services, firefighting, animal welfare, maritime history, and environmental conservation.
For example, Palm Beach Civic Association says it works to protect and improve quality of life in Palm Beach through civic engagement and work with local government. The Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach says it works to protect the community’s architectural, botanical, and cultural heritage. The Society of the Four Arts says it offers educational and cultural programs in areas including art, music, drama, and literature. Barnegat Light First Aid Squad says it provides emergency medical services and treatment to its community.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 16 grants totaling $28,000. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $2,500, with a median of $1,500. Among the largest grants were $2,500 each to Palm Beach Civic Association, the Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach, and the Society of the Four Arts; and $2,000 each to Barnegat Light First Aid Squad and Barnegat Light Volunteer Fire Company. Other listed recipients included Surf City Volunteer Fire Department ($2,000), High Point Volunteer Fire Company ($2,000), Big Dog Ranch Rescue ($1,500), Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter ($1,500), Global Empowerment Mission ($1,500), New Jersey Maritime Museum ($1,500), and Save Barnegat Bay ($1,500).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Robert S Van Buren, Robyn B Van Buren, and Stuart J Haft as directors.
Van Buren Family Foundation Inc's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Robert S. Van Buren
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robyn B. Van Buren
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stuart J. Haft
Director
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 Van Buren Family Foundation Inc
How much does Van Buren Family Foundation Inc give each year?
Van Buren Family Foundation Inc gave $28K across 16 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $21K across 16 grants.
What is Van Buren Family Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Van Buren Family Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $1,500, and its average grant was $1,750, across 16 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Van Buren Family Foundation Inc give grants?
Van Buren Family Foundation Inc's top state is New Jersey, with 48% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Florida (45%) and California (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Palm Beach, FL (4 grants) and Barnegat Light, NJ (2 grants).
Does Van Buren Family Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Van Buren Family Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (16 of 16) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Van Buren Family Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Van Buren Family Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Palm Beach Civic Association ($2,500), Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach ($2,500) and The Society of the Four Arts ($2,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 27% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Van Buren Family Foundation Inc?
Van Buren Family Foundation Inc reported $264K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $28K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $26K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Van Buren Family Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Van Buren Family Foundation Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Van Buren Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
Van Buren Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 65-1027178. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Van Buren 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.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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