Beard Scholarship Fund
Invitation OnlyPennington, New Jersey · EIN 30-6661295 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$2.8M
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$277,019
Total assets$71.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $277,019 and $1,108,075.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside New Jersey.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | Unrestricted general | $1,108,075 |
| Bradley University | Peoria, IL | Unrestricted general | $1,108,075 |
| Peoria High School Alumni Association | Peoria, IL | Unrestricted general | $277,019 |
| Texas Lutheran University | Seguin, TX | Unrestricted general | $277,019 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,770,188 | 4 |
| 2023 | $2,526,492 | 4 |
| 2022 | $2,334,654 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600449349100315
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 30-6661295
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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