The Berning Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Berning Family Foundation is a private foundation in Covington, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $48,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $7,000. 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$48,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$7,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $46,000 the year before.
27% 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 | $42,000 | 12 | $756,682 |
| 2024 | $46,000 | 14 | $917,209 |
| 2025 | $48,500 | 15 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The Berning 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 Berning Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 11 | $39,500 |
| Kentucky | 3 | $7,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Elder High School | Support | $7,000 |
| Dragonfly Foundation | Support | $5,500 |
| Bloc Ministries | Support | $3,500 |
| Lasalle High School | Support | $3,500 |
| Moeller High School | Support | $3,500 |
| Sparc Hope | Support | $3,500 |
| St Lawrence Church | Support | $3,500 |
| Our Lady of Victory | Support | $3,500 |
| Freestore Foodbank | Support | $3,500 |
| Roger Bacon High School | Support | $2,000 |
| St Henry High School | Support | $2,000 |
| St Francis Church | Support | $2,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Support | $2,000 |
| Our Lady of Visitation | Support | $2,000 |
| Fire Foundation of Northern Ky | Support | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dennis Berning
- Theresa Denoyer
- Martin Berning
- Nathan Berning
Questions people ask
Does The Berning Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Berning Family Foundation give?
$48,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs The Berning Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dennis Berning (Trustee), Theresa Denoyer (Trustee), Martin Berning (Trustee) and Nathan Berning (Trustee).
What does The Berning Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.