Bernadette Melberger Memorial Fund
Preselected recipients only
Bernadette Melberger Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Sparta, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,250 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. 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$2,250
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$23,600
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $10,148 the year before.
100% 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 | $3,964 | 2 | $36,247 |
| 2024 | $10,148 | 5 | $27,282 |
| 2025 | $2,250 | 3 | $23,600 |
How to apply
Bernadette Melberger Memorial Fund 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bernadette Melberger Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 2 | $1,250 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Help him with his cancer treatments B-cell non-Hodgkins Lymphoma | $1,000 |
| Chris Melberger | St Judes Children Hospital Donation | $1,000 |
| Sherry Stoner co Totally Fit | Cancer Patient Exercise Clases | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin Melberger
- Wayne Hamilton
- Dr May Adbo-Matkiwsky
Questions people ask
Does Bernadette Melberger Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bernadette Melberger Memorial Fund give?
$2,250 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Bernadette Melberger Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Kevin Melberger (President), Wayne Hamilton (Secretary) and Dr May Adbo-Matkiwsky (Director).
What does Bernadette Melberger Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.