Bershad Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bershad Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $39,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$39,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$938,580
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $39,750 the year before.
8% 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 | $39,750 | 14 | $865,691 |
| 2024 | $39,000 | 12 | $938,580 |
How to apply
Bershad Family Foundation Inc 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 Bershad Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $23,000 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $20,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Social Venture Partners | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Friendship Circle | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $2,500 |
| Comprehensive Youth Development Inc | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Father Purcell Memorial Exceptional Children's Center | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Hias | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Stand for Animals | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Veterinary Care Foundation | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Charlotte Mechkenburg Library Foundation | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $500 |
| City Meals on Wheels | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $500 |
| The Town School | To further the charitable purpose of the organization. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- William Bershad
Questions people ask
Does Bershad Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bershad Family Foundation Inc give?
$39,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Bershad Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists William Bershad (Manager).
What does Bershad Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and youth programs.