Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc.
Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc.
Washington, DC, US
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a.k.a DNBF
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501(c)(3)
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EIN
52-6047356
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Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Women Led
Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc.
Washington, DC, US
•
a.k.a DNBF
•
501(c)(3)
•
EIN
52-6047356
•
•
Private Foundation
Family Foundation
Regional Funder
Women Led
AI Summary
The Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding and operates by invitation only, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $8.9 million across 149 grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
We support organizations and initiatives that meaningfully improve outcomes for justice, dignity, and equity, with a focus on the Washington, DC area.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
The Jewish Federation Of Greater Washington Inc
North Bethesda, MD
$6.3M
17%
MARTHA'S TABLE INC
WASHINGTON, DC
$1.6M
4%
FOUNDATION FOR COMMUNITY
WASHINGTON, DC
$1.4M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
122
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$25K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc.?
No. Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc. does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc. give?
Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc. primarily gives to organizations located in District Of Columbia, Maryland, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc.’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc. fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc. make each year?
In 2024, Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc. awarded about 120 grants, totaling nearly $8.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc. fund recently?
In 2024, Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc. awarded grants to about 150 grantees. Recent grantees include The Jewish Federation Of Greater Washington Inc, MARTHA'S TABLE INC, and FOUNDATION FOR COMMUNITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc.?
Diane & Norman Bernstein Foundation Inc. does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.