Bernstein Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bernstein Family Foundation is a private foundation in Livingston, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $2,000. 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$7,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$221,248
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,000 | 1 | $144,235 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $171,504 |
| 2025 | $7,000 | 8 | $221,248 |
How to apply
Bernstein 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 5 | $4,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Food Bank of NJ | To aid donee org to fulfill their exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Susan G Komen | To aid donee org to fulfill their exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Garden of Dreams | To aid donee org to fulfill their exempt purpose | $500 |
| Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh | To aid donee org to fulfill their exempt purpose | $500 |
| Beads of Courage Inc | To aid donee org to fulfill their exempt purpose | $500 |
| Jersey Cares Inc | To aid donee org to fulfill their exempt purpose | $500 |
| Oasis Haven for Women and Children Inc | To aid donee org to fulfill their exempt purpose | $500 |
| Mt Pleasant Animal Shelter Inc | To aid donee org to fulfill their exempt purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Evelyn Bernstein
- Sheryl Cilenti
- James Allen
Questions people ask
Does Bernstein Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bernstein Family Foundation give?
$7,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Bernstein Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Evelyn Bernstein (Pres/Sec/Treas), Sheryl Cilenti (Director) and James Allen (Director).