The Bernheim Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Bernheim Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $261,235 in 61 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 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$261,235
- Number of grants61
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $306,490 the year before.
44% of its 2024 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 | $306,490 | 60 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $261,235 | 61 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
The Bernheim 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 The Bernheim Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 38 | $160,550 |
| North Carolina | 10 | $62,500 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $14,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $11,185 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Cares | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Salisbury Symphony | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Met Museum Development | Charitable | $17,000 |
| Air Gallery | Charitable | $10,000 |
| City Harvest Food Rescue Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Food Bank for NYC | Charitable | $10,000 |
| God's Love We Deliver | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Historic Salisbury Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Princeton University Art Museum | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Dutchess Land Conservancy | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Young Concert Artists | Charitable | $6,000 |
| American Folk Art Museum | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ethical Culture - Fieldston | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| FCFJ | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Feminist Institute | Charitable | $5,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Moma | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ny Public Library | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Park Avenue Armory | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Peacenow | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Wnet Group | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Family Crisis Council | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Waterworks Visual Art Center | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Lafayette Opera | Charitable | $3,000 |
| The Southern Poverty Law Center | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Meals on Wheels - Rowan | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Piedmont Players Theater | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Emanuel Temple | Charitable | $2,050 |
| Center for Hearing & Communication | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Columbia Land Conservatory | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Hudson Hall Opera House | Charitable | $2,000 |
| North East Community Center | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Partnership to End Homeless | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Philharmonic Ny | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ploughshares | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Pro Publica | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rachel Bernheim
- Joshua Rubenstein
- Stephanie H Bernheim
Questions people ask
Does The Bernheim Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bernheim Foundation Inc give?
$261,235 in tax year 2024, across 61 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Bernheim Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Rachel Bernheim (President), Joshua Rubenstein (Vp-Secy) and Stephanie H Bernheim (Vp-Part).
What does The Bernheim Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, food and hunger and education.