David Bermant Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David Bermant Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $114,428 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $27,278. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$114,428
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$27,278
- Assets$5.2 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was down from $132,978 the year before.
22% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $132,978 | 11 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $114,428 | 9 | $5.2 million |
How to apply
David Bermant Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What David Bermant Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York. It also paid $4,650 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $42,500 |
| California | 3 | $35,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $27,278 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Butler Institute of American Art | For the support of "entangled attraction" exhibition by sally weber and craig newswanger, and harmonic sculpture #10 conservation project. | $27,278 |
| Harvest Works Digital Media Arts Center | In support of color light motion project | $20,000 |
| Tate Americas Foundation | In suport of tate's electric dreams exhibition | $20,000 |
| The Arts Fund | For the community gallery program - the museum of sensory & movement experiences, a unique collection of new media art exhibitions. | $20,000 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara | Support of sangre de nopal/blood of the nopal exhibition. | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | In support of students, faculty, and researchers strive to solve the world's most pressing challenges | $5,000 |
| Unite to Light | To support local artists in their community | $5,000 |
| Victoria University of Wellington Foundation | Support of annie niemetz kihikihi project phase ii. | $4,650 |
| The Mimi Garrard Dance Company Inc | In support of creating dance for video using digital techniques | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bess M Rochlitzer
- Sandra Hopmans
- Andrew Bermant
- Victoria Vesna
- Robert Margolies
- Gabe Wolosky
Questions people ask
Does David Bermant Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David Bermant Foundation give?
$114,428 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs David Bermant Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bess M Rochlitzer (Director/President/As Req), Sandra Hopmans (Director/Secretary/As Requ), Andrew Bermant (Director/As Required) and Victoria Vesna (Director/As Required) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does David Bermant Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.