Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation
The Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation is a private foundation based in Lawrence, New York. Its 2022 grants included support for organizations whose stated missions involve Jewish communities and education, health-related assistance, emergency medical services, and cultural heritage.
Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation at a glance
- Total assets
- $331,354
- +55.7% vs 2023
- Revenue (2024)
- $13,601
- Net investment income (2024)
- $13,601
- Expenses (2024)
- $180
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
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The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 69 Sutton Place, Lawrence, NY 11559
Phone: (516) 239-6127
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
79 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 79 grants of 79 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2022 grantees listed here were located in New York City, Brooklyn, and Naugatuck, Connecticut.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
How Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation gives
- In 2022 it paid out 216% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $24K (2022) to $35K (2020). In 2022 it made 35 grants totaling $24K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chinuch Yehudi Waterbury, CT | Unrestricted Charitable Grant | $5,000 |
| Yeshiva Gedolah of Waterbury Waterbury, CT | Unrestricted Charitable Grant | $2,000 |
| Bnos Chomesh Academy Brooklyn, NY | Unrestricted Charitable Grant | $1,500 |
| Kulanu Cedarhurst, NY | Unrestricted Charitable Grant | $1,250 |
| Keren Hashviis Suffern, NY | Unrestricted Charitable Grant | $1,200 |
| American Committee for Shaare Zedek Medical Center New York, NY | Unrestricted Charitable Grant | $1,000 |
| Yeshiva Beth Joseph Brooklyn, NY | Unrestricted Charitable Grant | $1,000 |
| Yeshiva University New York, NY | Unrestricted Charitable Grant | $1,000 |
| UJA New York, NY | Unrestricted Charitable Grant | $900 |
| Allgemeiner Brooklyn, NY | Unrestricted Charitable Grant | $750 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $331,354 | $13,601 | $180 | — | — | — | $13,601 | $15,800 |
| 2023 | $212,856 | — | — | — | — | — | — | $10,483 |
| 2022 | $212,856 | $-319 | $24,668 | $23,935 | 35 | $23,935 | — | $11,098 |
| 2020 | $249,842 | $-4,462 | $35,880 | $35,390 | 44 | — | — | $13,237 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation reported a distributable amount of $16K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2022 grantees included Kulanu Inc, which says it supports isolated, emerging, and returning Jewish communities around the globe; Keren Hashviis Inc, which says it promotes observance of Jewish laws relating to the Shmittah through education and financial assistance; and Yeshiva University, which describes its work as providing education, training, research, and clinical programs.
Other 2022 recipients included Bonei Olam Inc, whose stated mission includes financial assistance and guidance related to assisted reproductive technology; Upper East Side Hatzolah Inc, which says it provides emergency medical and ambulance services; and the Museum of Jewish Heritage, which describes itself as a living memorial to the Holocaust.
Grantmaking
In 2022, the foundation made 35 grants totaling $23,935. Examples include $1,250 to Kulanu Inc, $1,200 to Keren Hashviis Inc, $1,000 to Yeshiva University, and $500 each to Bonei Olam Inc, Upper East Side Hatzolah Inc, and Bais Yaakov of Waterbury Inc. It also gave $360 each to the Museum of Jewish Heritage and One Israel Fund Ltd. The foundation reported no grants in 2023 or 2024.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Samuel J Bernstein as president and Deena Bernstein as vice president.
Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation is led by Samuel J. Bernstein, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Samuel J. Bernstein
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Deena Bernstein
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation
How large is Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation?
Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation reported $331K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $14K.
What does Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation make grants?
The 2022 grantees listed here were located in New York City, Brooklyn, and Naugatuck, Connecticut.
How much is Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation reported a distributable amount of $16K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation's EIN?
Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-1824284. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work Josh & Deena Bernstein Foundation funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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