Herbert Bearman Foundation
Accepts applications
Herbert Bearman Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklandville, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 70 grants; the typical grant was $18,188 and the largest $255,120. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.9 million
- Number of grants70
- Typical grant$18,188
- Largest grant$255,120
- Assets$47.9 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.9 million the year before.
60% 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 | $1.9 million | 83 | $44.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 70 | $47.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Herbert Bearman Foundation 7546 Hawks Landing Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33412 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (410) 369-9227 |
| What to submit | The formal granting process is biannual in the spring and fall. To be considered, a letter of inquiry must be received by the submission deadlines for both the spring and fall cycles. Proposals that are accepted for further review must have the complete application submitted by the spring and fall submission deadlines. Small discretionary grants may be considered throughout the year. |
| Deadlines | Inquiries by 12/15, 6/15 and applications by 2/15, 8/15 |
| Restrictions | The foundation seeks to fund programs in greater baltimore - Maryland, palm beach county - Florida, and israel. Other geographic areas may be considered under exceptional circumstances. The foundation prefers funding specific projects; however, grants for general operating support and new initiatives may be considered if short term needs can be demonstrated. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Herbert Bearman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Maryland. It also paid $21,500 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 39 | $1.2 million |
| Florida | 13 | $319,476 |
| New York | 4 | $118,000 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $54,100 |
| Illinois | 2 | $42,500 |
| California | 2 | $27,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $18,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Associated Jewish Federation of | Centennial endowment, annual campaign | $255,120 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach Cou | General purpose | $145,439 |
| Chizuk Amuno Congregation | General purpose | $100,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Hospital | Histosonics edison device and neurology feldman lab | $100,000 |
| Living Classrooms Foundation | Community development | $75,500 |
| Bridges Baltimore | General purpose | $60,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Maryl | Community health | $57,000 |
| The Jewish Agency for Israel | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater | Associated jewish charities | $40,000 |
| Teens With Trauma | General purpose | $37,500 |
| Friends of Elnet | Israel | $30,000 |
| American Friends of Eli | Purple help line | $30,000 |
| The Arc of Palm Beach County | General purpose | $26,442 |
| Atef | General | $25,000 |
| Baltimore Hunger Project | General | $25,000 |
| Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care SH | General | $25,000 |
| Baltimore Syphony Orchestra Orchkid | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | Education / reducing high school attrition | $25,000 |
| Impact Israel | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Jewish Museum of Maryland | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Palm Beach County Food Bank | Community health | $25,000 |
| The Park School of Baltimore | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Reut USA | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Sunrise Israel | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Weekend Backpacks Baltimore | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Johns Hopkins School of Medicine | Sares program | $25,000 |
| Karen or Inc | General purpose | $23,000 |
| Operation Lifeshield | General purpose | $23,000 |
| Baltimore Hebrew Congregation | Synagogue | $20,000 |
| Helping Up Mission | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Mt Washington Pediatric Hospital | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment | Endowment | $20,000 |
| American Friends of Tenufa Bakehila | Bomb shelters in southern israel | $20,000 |
| Women's Housing Coalition | Family housing support | $20,000 |
| Dyslexia Tutoring Program | General purpose | $18,375 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center for the Bli | General purpose | $18,000 |
| United Hatzalah of Israel | Israel | $16,000 |
| Art With A Heart | General | $15,000 |
| Chana | Associated jewish charities | $15,000 |
| Clinics Can Help | General purpose | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sheldon Bearman
- Arlene Bearman
- Mark Bearman
Questions people ask
Does Herbert Bearman Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Inquiries by 12/15, 6/15 and applications by 2/15, 8/15.
How much does Herbert Bearman Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 70 grants, with a typical grant of $18,188.
Who runs Herbert Bearman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sheldon Bearman (President), Arlene Bearman (Vice Pres.) and Mark Bearman (Coo).
What does Herbert Bearman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and community development.