The Bamberger Foundation
Accepts applications
The Bamberger Foundation is a private foundation in Johnson City, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $106,341 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $19,060. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$106,341
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$19,060
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $79,397 the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $74,425 | 17 | $707,353 |
| 2023 | $79,397 | 19 | $670,631 |
| 2024 | $106,341 | 21 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Bamberger Foundation P O Box 1917, Johnson City, TX 78636 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (830) 330-1018 |
| What to submit | Submit a letter or email outlining the objectives of the project or program budget of time and costs and details of who will direct and carry out the project or program as well as all contact information including mailing address physical address and telephone numbers. |
| Deadlines | 11 30 2026 |
| Restrictions | Grants are limited. For most organizations the limit is 10,000. For schools the limit is 30,000. Grants are awarded primarily for educational projects in the fields of conservation and environmental protections. Grants are also awarded to emergency service providers and for disaster relief and assistance. |
What The Bamberger Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 21 | $106,341 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Gathering Place | Education and Field Trips | $19,060 |
| Heritage Elementary School | Children Education and Field Trips | $15,810 |
| TriPoint Academy | Education and Field Trips | $12,656 |
| Julian C Gallardo Elementary School | Education Assistance | $8,015 |
| Pearce Elementary School | Education and Field Trips | $8,015 |
| Freedom Elementary School | Education and Science Field Trips | $8,015 |
| Candlewood Elementary School | Education Assistance | $7,510 |
| The Twin Sisters Dance Hall | Historic Preservation | $5,000 |
| Lochte Feed General Store | Disaster Assistance Recovery of Crabapple Fire | $5,000 |
| Charles August Elementary | Education and Field Trips | $4,760 |
| Blanco County Emergency Serv | Education and Training | $2,000 |
| Blanco Co Youth Council | Educaiton | $1,500 |
| Stonewall Volunteer Fire Dept | Education and Training | $1,000 |
| North Blanco County EMS | Education and Training | $1,000 |
| Round Mountain Vol Fire Dept | Education and Training | $1,000 |
| Johnson City Vol Fire Dept | Education and Training | $1,000 |
| Friends of Johnson City Library | Education | $1,000 |
| Friends of Blanco Library | Education | $1,000 |
| Individual | Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation | $1,000 |
| Individual | Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation | $1,000 |
| Highland Lakes Master Naturalist | Support 2025 training class and education. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J David Bamberger
- Ernest A Sessums III
- Dax Bamberger
- Lois J Sturm
- David K Bamberger
- Douglas J Bamberger
- Randy Lenz
Questions people ask
Does The Bamberger Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 11 30 2026.
How much does The Bamberger Foundation give?
$106,341 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Bamberger Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists J David Bamberger (Director and Sec), Ernest A Sessums III (Director), Dax Bamberger (Vice President) and Lois J Sturm (President) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Bamberger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.