The W & R Bernheimer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The W & R Bernheimer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Waban, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $57,675 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$57,675
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $51,000 the year before.
42% 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 | $55,925 | 1 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $51,000 | 47 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $57,675 | 38 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The W & R Bernheimer 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 W & R Bernheimer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $21,000 |
| Massachusetts | 11 | $18,775 |
| California | 9 | $9,000 |
| Arizona | 4 | $5,050 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Morris Dance Group | Support performance arts | $10,000 |
| Buttonwood Park Zoological Society | Support buttonworth park zoo | $6,000 |
| Institute for Public Architecture | Fullfill charitable purpose of org | $5,500 |
| Williams College | Education | $5,500 |
| Architectural League of Ny | Fullfill charitable purpose of org | $3,500 |
| Center for Biodiversity | Environmental protection | $2,000 |
| Maeday Rescue | Dog rescue | $2,000 |
| Freshman Fresh Start | Assist students | $1,575 |
| Sister Jose Women's Center | Homelessness | $1,500 |
| KCRW | Public media | $1,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Women's health needs | $1,500 |
| Emerge Center Against Domestic Abus | Domestic abuse services | $1,300 |
| Women's Lunch Place | Homelessness | $1,100 |
| Breaking Ground | Homelessness | $1,000 |
| Buzzards Bay Coalition | Environmental protection | $1,000 |
| Glioblastoma Foundation | Cancer | $1,000 |
| Hollywood Food Coalition | Food insecurity | $1,000 |
| Liberty Hill Foundation | Social justice | $1,000 |
| Newton at Home | Senior assistance | $1,000 |
| Our Big Kitchen Los Angeles | Food insecurity | $1,000 |
| St Louis Cancer Awareness | Cancer | $1,000 |
| Williams College Womens Lax | Education | $1,000 |
| 826 Boston | Support students | $500 |
| Aca Camp Scholarship Program | Scholarships | $500 |
| American Cancer Society | Fight cancer | $500 |
| Charley's Fund | Muscular dystropy research | $500 |
| Maxines Hideaway Inc | Animal welfair | $500 |
| Rosies Place | Homelessness | $500 |
| Trevor Project | Suicide prevention | $500 |
| Grandma's Love | Food insecurity | $450 |
| Van Alen Institute | Fullfill charitable purpose of org | $300 |
| ACLU | Civil liberties | $250 |
| Alex's Lemonade Stand | Childhood cancer | $250 |
| Azpm | Public media | $250 |
| Lacma | Museum | $250 |
| Academy Museum | Museum | $250 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Inst | Cancer | $100 |
| Uvm Foundation | Education support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter S Bernheimer II
Questions people ask
Does The W & R Bernheimer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The W & R Bernheimer Family Foundation give?
$57,675 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The W & R Bernheimer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Walter S Bernheimer II (Trustee).
What does The W & R Bernheimer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.