Maria & Bernard A Pargh Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Maria & Bernard A Pargh Family Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $956,951 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $480,000. 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$956,951
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$480,000
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $769,252 the year before.
24% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $726,302 | 35 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $769,252 | 27 | $5.8 million |
| 2025 | $956,951 | 21 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
Maria & Bernard A Pargh 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.
What Maria & Bernard A Pargh Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $480,000 |
| Tennessee | 15 | $391,950 |
| California | 2 | $60,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $5,001 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of United Hatzalah | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $480,000 |
| The Temple | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $158,450 |
| Abe's Garden | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $50,000 |
| Prager University | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $50,000 |
| Belmont University | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $50,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Nashville | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $25,000 |
| Nashville Public Television | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $25,000 |
| Currey Ingram Academy | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $20,000 |
| Jewish Policy Center | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $20,000 |
| Akivia School | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $10,000 |
| Dekalb County Fire | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $10,000 |
| Jewish Middle School of Nashville | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $10,000 |
| Kehillah Jewish High School | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $10,000 |
| TN Performing Arts Center | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $10,000 |
| Gordon Jewish Community Center | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $7,500 |
| Beth Israel Congregation | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $5,000 |
| Naht Coalition | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $5,000 |
| Nashville Jewish Film Festival | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $5,000 |
| West End Synagogue | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $5,000 |
| 100 Club of Nashville | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $1,000 |
| Passthrough Donations From K-1 Enterprise Products Partners LP | To fulfill the exempt purposes of the foundation | $1 |
Officers and trustees
- Bernard A Pargh
- Maria E Pargh
- Franklin A Pargh
Questions people ask
Does Maria & Bernard A Pargh Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maria & Bernard A Pargh Family Foundation give?
$956,951 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Maria & Bernard A Pargh Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bernard A Pargh (President), Maria E Pargh (Secretary) and Franklin A Pargh (Treasurer).
What does Maria & Bernard A Pargh Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.