Foundations that fund organizations in Bethesda, Massachusetts
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Bethesda nonprofits
11 private foundations gave $256K to Bethesda organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 11 that say either way accept applications.
11 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Bethesda around $1,000. 1 of these funders are based in Massachusetts; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 11
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 11 that state a policy
- Dollars to Bethesda
- $256K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 11
- Typical median grant
- $1,000
- Based in MA
- 9%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Bethesda organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Joseph F Umosella Family Foundation | Hammonton, NJ | 1 | $235K | $235K | Yes | To provide financial and social assistance |
| Decker Family Foundation | Bal Harbour, FL | 1 | $8,000 | $8,000 | Preselected only | Operating |
| The Wuliger Foundation | Moreland Hills, OH | 1 | $7,500 | $7,500 | Yes | Annual support for operations |
| Lee S Casty Family Foundation | Buffalo Grove, IL | 1 | $1,500 | $1,500 | Preselected only | Donation |
| Utica National Group Foundation Inc | Utica, NY | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Yes | Program services |
| Sheryl K & Bruce M Wolf Family Foundation | Boca Raton, FL | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Support for research and education |
| The Brennan Family Foundation | Naples, FL | 1 | $1,000 | $1,000 | Preselected only | Program support |
| Gem Star Foundation | Washington, DC | 1 | $500 | $500 | Preselected only | Educational |
| The Gilbane Family Foundation | Providence, RI | 1 | $400 | $400 | Preselected only | Research support |
| Charles and Marion Stone Foundation Inc | Leesburg, VA | 1 | $250 | $250 | Preselected only | Civic |
| Laraine Cohen Levy Family Foundation | Weston, MA | 1 | $140 | $140 | Preselected only | Public support |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Bethesda, Massachusetts?
The Joseph F Umosella Family Foundation, Decker Family Foundation, The Wuliger Foundation, Lee S Casty Family Foundation, Utica National Group Foundation Inc and 6 others reported grants to Bethesda organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Bethesda. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.