Bernard Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Bernard Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chevy Chase, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $802,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $230,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$802,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$230,000
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $291,700 the year before.
63% 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 | $291,700 | 12 | $7.9 million |
| 2024 | $802,500 | 16 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Cathy S Bernard 5532 Greystone Manor, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (301) 377-3029 |
| What to submit | Name, address, phone number and e-mail address of grantee, request must state the purpose of the grant and must include any required information to substantiate the requested funds. The amount of request must be detailed with any additional funding requirements necessary. No phone call requests allowed. |
| Deadlines | Grants must be submitted by december 31 of the previous year during which the funds will be granted. |
What Bernard Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 9 | $732,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 3 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Make A Wish Foundation | General support | $230,000 |
| Olney Theatre Center | General support | $205,000 |
| Children's Inn at Nih Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| Save A Child's Heart Foundation | General support | $60,000 |
| Susan G Komen for the Cure | General support | $50,000 |
| The McLean School of Maryland Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Suburban Hospital Inc | General support | $37,000 |
| United Jewish Endowment Fund | General support | $25,000 |
| Jewish Foundation for Group Homes Inc (Makom) | General support | $20,000 |
| Bethesda Cares Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Breastcancerorg | General support | $5,000 |
| The Breast Cancer Research Foundation Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Paws for Purple Hearts | General support | $3,000 |
| DC Youth Orchestra | General support | $2,500 |
| Jbi International Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| Hellen Keller International | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Cathy S Bernard
Questions people ask
Does Bernard Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Grants must be submitted by december 31 of the previous year during which the funds will be granted..
How much does Bernard Family Foundation give?
$802,500 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Bernard Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cathy S Bernard (Trustee).
What does Bernard Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and faith communities.