William and Bernice Bumpus Fdn
Preselected recipients only
William and Bernice Bumpus Fdn is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $469,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $74,750 and the largest $120,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$469,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$74,750
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$8.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $785,500 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $785,500 | 7 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $469,500 | 6 | $8.7 million |
How to apply
William and Bernice Bumpus Fdn 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 William and Bernice Bumpus Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts. It also paid $120,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $172,000 |
| New York | 1 | $77,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cork University Foundation | Bumpus Innovation Award | $120,000 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Bumpus Innovation Award | $100,000 |
| Columbia University | Bumpus Fellowship and Innovation Awards | $77,500 |
| The Whitehead Institute | Bumpus Fellowship and Innovation Awards | $72,000 |
| Northwestern University | Bumpus Innovation Award | $50,000 |
| Washington University | Bumpus Innovation Award | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Monnich
Questions people ask
Does William and Bernice Bumpus Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William and Bernice Bumpus Fdn give?
$469,500 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $74,750.
Who runs William and Bernice Bumpus Fdn?
Its 2024 filing lists Brian Monnich (Trustee).
What does William and Bernice Bumpus Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.