Private foundation · EIN 46-3979917 · Norwalk, Connecticut · Unknown

Foerster Bernstein Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 0 grants paid, total.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
0
Median grant
—
Stays in CT
—
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$56M

About this foundation

Foerster Bernstein Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Norwalk, Connecticut, administered in care of Foundation Source, tax-exempt since 2014. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

All filings on ProPublica

Does Foerster Bernstein Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Foerster Bernstein Foundation give each year?

Foerster Bernstein Foundation reports about $56M in assets. Its 990-PF return shows total grants paid each year.

Where does Foerster Bernstein Foundation give?

Foerster Bernstein Foundation is based in Norwalk, CT. Most private foundations give mainly in their home region.

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