Private foundation · Chevy Chase, MD (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Bernard Family Foundation
In 2023 it gave 1 grant worth $50,000 to Tennessee groups. A typical grant was $50,000 (1 grant).
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $50,000
- Typical grant How we figure this
- $50,000 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask How we figure this
- About $50,000, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County · plus 11 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Total giving that year
- $291,700
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $802K | — | 0 |
| 2023 | $292K | $50K | 1 |
All grants paid To Tennessee
How to apply
- Contact
- Cathy S Bernard · Chevy chase · (301) 377-3029
- What to send
- Name, address, phone number and e-mail address of grantee, request must state the purpose of the grant and must include any required information to substantiate the requested funds. The amount of request must be detailed with any additional funding requirements necessary. No phone call requests allowed.
- Deadlines
- Grants must be submitted by december 31 of the previous year during which the funds will be granted.
Next one: Dec 31, 2026 if the dates haven't changed since its 2023 filing
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2023. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- Cathy S BernardTrustee
As listed in its 2023 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Past winners are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Past winner | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Jude's Children Research Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | General support | $50K |