The Bern Schwartz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bern Schwartz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $455,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$455,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was down from $13.8 million the year before.
43% 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 | $13.8 million | 36 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $455,000 | 8 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
The Bern Schwartz Family 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 Bern Schwartz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $439,000 |
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Center of Photography | Capital Campaign for ICP at Essex Crossing | $200,000 |
| Magnum Cultural Foundation | supporting the Philippe Halsman documentary film project | $100,000 |
| Victoria and Albert Museum Americas Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $67,000 |
| International Center of Photography | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Jerusalem Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Americans for Oxford Inc | General & Unrestricted | $22,000 |
| San Diego Museum of Art | general operating support of the Museum of Photographic arts at the san diego museum of art | $15,000 |
| The Philadelphia Photo Review | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Fred W Concklin
- Tilda R Orr
- Eric A Schwartz
- Michael L Schwartz
Questions people ask
Does The Bern Schwartz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bern Schwartz Family Foundation give?
$455,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Bern Schwartz Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Fred W Concklin (Dir, VP, Treas), Tilda R Orr (Dir, Sec), Eric A Schwartz (Dir, Pres) and Michael L Schwartz (Dir, Chairman, Grant Evaluator).
What does The Bern Schwartz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and arts and culture.