The Joseph & Bernice Tanenbaum Foundation
Accepts applications
The Joseph & Bernice Tanenbaum Foundation is a private foundation in Bayside, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $51,600 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $18,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$51,600
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$785,873
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was down from $110,000 the year before.
59% 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 | $110,000 | 14 | $761,008 |
| 2024 | $51,600 | 17 | $785,873 |
How to apply
| Contact | Richard Tanenbaum 43-29 Bell Blvd, Bayside, NY 11364 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (718) 224-6300 |
| What to submit | By letter with printed brochures, if applicable. |
What The Joseph & Bernice Tanenbaum Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 16 | $48,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,600 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Commonpoint Queens | Community support | $18,000 |
| Gibney Dance Inc | Arts | $5,000 |
| UJA Federation | Community service | $5,000 |
| Womens Guild Cedars Sinai | Medical research | $3,600 |
| Milana Family Foundation | Men's health | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Ny | Women's health | $2,500 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Youth development | $2,500 |
| Misc | Misc | $2,000 |
| Queens County Bar Association | Community service | $2,000 |
| St Marys Hospital | Community service | $2,000 |
| Alley Pond Environmental | Community service | $1,000 |
| Gerstman Foundation | Special needs children's camp | $1,000 |
| Head Injury Assoc | Community service | $1,000 |
| Life's Angels Inc | Community outreach | $1,000 |
| Queens Library Foundation | Community service | $1,000 |
| Mount Sinai South Nassau | Medical care | $1,000 |
| Bayside Little League | Youth sports | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Tanenbaum
- Mark Tanenbaum
Questions people ask
Does The Joseph & Bernice Tanenbaum Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Joseph & Bernice Tanenbaum Foundation give?
$51,600 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Joseph & Bernice Tanenbaum Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Tanenbaum (Trustee) and Mark Tanenbaum (Trustee).
What does The Joseph & Bernice Tanenbaum Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and youth programs.