Helene & Bertram Bernhardt Foundation
Historical FunderProvidence, Rhode Island · EIN 34-2053837 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | BERNHARDT FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | C/O SAMUEL D ZURIER ESQ 123 DYER ST, SUITE 135, PROVIDENCE RI 02903 |
| Phone | 4018610200 |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE A GRANT APPLICATION. GRANT APPLICATIONS MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PROPOSAL INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: A COVER LETTER DESCRIBING THE APPLICANT'S MISSION, GEOGRAPHIC FOCUS, GOALS OF THE PROPOSED WORK AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN TO ACHIEVE GOALS, IMPACT ON THE COMMUNIITES INVOLVED, PARTNERS IN THE COMMUNITY THAT ARE ALSO WORKING ON THE SAME ISSUES AND HOW THE APPLICANT IS COORDINATING WITH THEM, PLAN TO SECURE FUNDING BEYOND THE GRANT PERIOD, PRINCIPAL STAFF WORKING ON THE PROJECT/PROGRAM AND THEIR QUALIFICATIONS, AND PRIOR GIVING RECORD OF SUPPORT BY MR. & MRS. BERTRAM BERNHARDT DURING THEIR LIFETIME. THE APPLICANT'S OPERATING BUDGET AND A BUDGET FOR THE PROJECT; MOST RECENT FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND AUDIT REPORT; IRS DETERMINATION LETTER FOR 501(C)(3) STATUS, AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS LIST. |
| Deadlines | DECEMBER 1ST. |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Rhode Island.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Beth El | Providence, RI | Program and annual support | $254,675 |
| Jewish Alliance of Greater Ri | Providence, RI | Annual campaign, leadership development and campaign against anti-semitism | $85,000 |
| Jewish Collaborative Services | Providence, RI | Tamarisk refrigerator repair, computers, community chaplain, emergency food/shelter grants | $84,459 |
| Camp Jori | Providence, RI | Facility improvements | $25,000 |
| Miriam Hospital | Providence, RI | Capital campaign | $20,000 |
| Brown Risd Hillel | Providence, RI | Security services | $15,000 |
| Jewish Community Day School | Providnece, RI | Marketing | $12,000 |
| Jewish Committee on Scouting | Providence, RI | Chaplain | $4,500 |
| Insight Ri | Warwick, RI | Summer mobility camp, social worker program | $3,500 |
| Ri Jewish Historical Association | Providence, RI | Quarterly newsletter editor | $2,000 |
| Inspiring Minds | Providence, RI | Charitable programming | $500 |
| Providence Community Libraries | Providence, RI | Charitable programs | $500 |
| Providence Public Library | Providence, RI | Charitable programs | $500 |
| City Year Providence | Providence, RI | Charitable programs | $500 |
| Justice Assistance | Cranston, RI | Charitable programs | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $508,634 | 15 |
| 2023 | $412,548 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Mar 16, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610759349100226
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-2053837
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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