Carol and Alan J Bernon Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carol and Alan J Bernon Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. In tax year 2024 it gave $903,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$903,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
42% 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 | $1.0 million | 8 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $903,000 | 12 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
Carol and Alan J Bernon Family Charitable 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.
What Carol and Alan J Bernon Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $575,000 |
| Texas | 6 | $212,500 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $115,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hofstra University | Organization support | $400,000 |
| George W Bush Foundation | Organization support | $125,000 |
| Worcester Academy | Organization support | $105,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters (Lone Star) | Organization support | $85,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas | Organization support | $50,000 |
| New York University | Organization support | $50,000 |
| Grace Academy of Dallas | Organization support | $30,000 |
| USA Film Festival | Organization supportorganization support | $25,000 |
| Dallas International School PTO | Organization support | $20,000 |
| Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters - Boston | Organization support | $10,000 |
| Dallas Zoological Society | Organization support | $2,500 |
| Brittney's Believers Foundation | Organization support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Alan J Bernon
- Carol Bernon
Questions people ask
Does Carol and Alan J Bernon Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carol and Alan J Bernon Family Charitable Foundation give?
$903,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Carol and Alan J Bernon Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alan J Bernon (Trustee) and Carol Bernon (Trustee).
What does Carol and Alan J Bernon Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.