Bedford Falls Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bedford Falls Foundation is a private foundation in McLean, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $12.6 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $271,152 and the largest $2.1 million. 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$12.6 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$271,152
- Largest grant$2.1 million
- Assets$508 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $8.0 million the year before.
58% of its 2025 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 | $11.2 million | 14 | $130 million |
| 2024 | $8.0 million | 16 | $236 million |
| 2025 | $12.6 million | 19 | $508 million |
How to apply
Bedford Falls 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bedford Falls Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 6 | $7.0 million |
| North Carolina | 2 | $1.3 million |
| West Virginia | 1 | $1.1 million |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $853,726 |
| Illinois | 2 | $774,628 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $585,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $271,152 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $250,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $250,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Washington University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2.1 million |
| Capital Area Food Bank | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $2.0 million |
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1.4 million |
| West Virginia University Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1.1 million |
| The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Foundation Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1.0 million |
| Howard University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $950,000 |
| Villanova University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $600,000 |
| Rivier University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $585,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $535,500 |
| Boston College | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $271,152 |
| Duke University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $250,000 |
| Emory University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $250,000 |
| Georgetown University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $250,000 |
| Vanderbilt University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $250,000 |
| Yale University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $250,000 |
| Rush University Medical Center | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $239,128 |
| Children's National Hospital | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $207,115 |
| University of Pennsylvania | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $128,726 |
| Duquesne University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $125,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William E Conway Jr
- Elizabeth Minnigh
Questions people ask
Does Bedford Falls Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bedford Falls Foundation give?
$12.6 million in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $271,152.
Who runs Bedford Falls Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William E Conway Jr (Trustee) and Elizabeth Minnigh (Ceo & General Counsel).
What does Bedford Falls Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.