The Bernatchez Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Bernatchez Family Foundation is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $108,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 and the largest $13,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$108,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$13,500
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $104,000 | 15 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 16 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $108,000 | 16 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Michael E Bernatchez 5 Rosewood Place, Westborough, MA 01581 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (508) 898-3418 |
| What to submit | Designated application to include organization's general information and purpose of funds requested. |
| Restrictions | No restrictions |
What The Bernatchez Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | $40,500 |
| Connecticut | 5 | $28,500 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $18,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $13,500 |
| New York | 1 | $3,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Cancer Society | General | $13,500 |
| Covenant House Florida Inc | General | $13,500 |
| Incarnation School Foundation | General | $13,500 |
| Multiple Sclerosis Foundation Inc | General | $13,500 |
| Beth-El Center Inc | General | $11,000 |
| Center for Family Justice | General | $7,500 |
| Center of Coastal Studies | General | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Fairfield County | General | $5,000 |
| Housing Families Inc | General | $4,000 |
| Literacy Volunteers of Greater Worcester | General | $4,000 |
| North Star Family Services | General | $4,000 |
| Johnnycake Center of Westerly | General | $3,500 |
| My Sister's Place | General | $3,500 |
| St Lawrence Church | General | $2,500 |
| The City Mission Inc | General | $2,500 |
| Bernardian Charitable Foundation | General | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael E Bernatchez
- James J Bernatchez
- Daniel P Bernatchez
- Marc G Bernatchez
Questions people ask
Does The Bernatchez Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Bernatchez Family Foundation give?
$108,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs The Bernatchez Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael E Bernatchez (Co-Trustee), James J Bernatchez (Co-Trustee), Daniel P Bernatchez (Co-Trustee) and Marc G Bernatchez (Co-Trustee).
What does The Bernatchez Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and housing and homelessness.