The Bergman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bergman Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $112,238 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $2,539 and the largest $50,000. 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$112,238
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$2,539
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $108,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $108,000 | 10 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $112,238 | 16 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
The Bergman 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.
What The Bergman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $87,500 |
| New York | 7 | $18,868 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $870 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grace Chicago Church | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Arts of Life | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Marwen Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Uniting Voices | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Individual | Bergman prize | $10,000 |
| Novo Mission Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Shed NYC Inc | In Support of "Dad Rock" | $5,000 |
| Individual | Bergman prize | $2,578 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | School of the Art Institute of Chicago - Fashion Council | $2,500 |
| Intonation Music Workshop | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Pilot Light | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Association of Writers & Writing | General & Unrestricted | $870 |
| Poets House Inc | General & Unrestricted | $600 |
| National Book Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $405 |
| Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New | General & Unrestricted | $225 |
| Poetry Society of America | General & Unrestricted | $60 |
Officers and trustees
- Bennet Bergman
- Elise Bergman
- Elliot Bergman
- Natalie Bergman
Questions people ask
Does The Bergman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bergman Foundation give?
$112,238 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $2,539.
Who runs The Bergman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bennet Bergman (Dir, Sec), Elise Bergman (Dir, Treas), Elliot Bergman (Dir, Pres) and Natalie Bergman (Dir, VP).
What does The Bergman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.