Kenneth & Bernice Newberger Family Fund
Preselected recipients only
Kenneth & Bernice Newberger Family Fund is a private foundation in Bellwood, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $38,950 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$38,950
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $37,290 the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 | $56,528 | 8 | $0 |
| 2024 | $37,290 | 6 | $0 |
| 2025 | $38,950 | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
Kenneth & Bernice Newberger Family Fund 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 Kenneth & Bernice Newberger Family Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 5 | $22,950 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Univ of Chicago Crown Family Sch of | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Ravinia | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Buxton School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Oliverian School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Individual | Charitable | $4,450 |
| Art Institute of Chicago | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Anne K Taylor Fund | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Shalva | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Samuel Brown
- Anne Arndt
Questions people ask
Does Kenneth & Bernice Newberger Family Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kenneth & Bernice Newberger Family Fund give?
$38,950 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Kenneth & Bernice Newberger Family Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Samuel Brown (Officer) and Anne Arndt (Officer).
What does Kenneth & Bernice Newberger Family Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.