Bergstein Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bergstein Family Foundation is a private foundation in Glencoe, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $132,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$132,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,880 the year before.
44% of its 2025 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 | $124,200 | 13 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $115,880 | 19 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $132,500 | 18 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Bergstein 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 Bergstein Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $39,500 |
| Illinois | 9 | $36,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $32,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $15,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $9,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BFF Myeloma Gift Fund | General support | $30,000 |
| Institute of International Education | General support | $25,000 |
| Glencole Public Library | General support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Board of Children & Family Services | General support | $10,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | General support | $10,000 |
| US Holocaust Museum (Ushmm) | General support | $10,000 |
| Temple Sholom Greenwich | General support | $9,000 |
| Aief | General support | $5,000 |
| Fidf | General support | $5,000 |
| Temple Am Shalom | General support | $5,000 |
| Afins | General support | $3,500 |
| Norge Ski Club | General support | $3,000 |
| Food Rescue Instituion | General support | $2,500 |
| Chemistry of Life Process | General support | $1,000 |
| Cradles to Crayons | General support | $1,000 |
| Glencoe PTO | General support | $1,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Adam Bergstein
- Seth Bergstein
- Alisa Bergstein
Questions people ask
Does Bergstein Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bergstein Family Foundation give?
$132,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bergstein Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Adam Bergstein (Director), Seth Bergstein (Director) and Alisa Bergstein (Director).
What does Bergstein Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.