Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman
Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman is a private foundation based in New York, NY. Its 2025 grants went to organizations working in areas including health care, Jewish causes, education, the arts, and international development; these are areas represented by the listed grantees, not a stated foundation mission.
Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman at a glance
In short: Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman gave $1.9M across 37 grants in 2025 (avg $51K), mostly in New York. 24% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $1,884,456
- +123.7% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 37
- +8.8% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $50,931
- +105.6% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $20,000
- Total assets
- $15,520,334
- -7.0% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 24% first-time grantees (9 of 37, 2025)
- Primary geography
- New York (94% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. It states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 102 East 30Th Street Ll, New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 453-5814
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was NYU Langone Hospitals ($335K). Together the top 10 received $1.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
171 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 142 grants of 171 (83%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 94% of grant dollars went to recipients in New York, 2% to Pennsylvania, and 1% each to North Carolina, Washington, and Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 37 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman open to new grantees?
24%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 9 of 37 grantees (24%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $21K; repeat grants $60K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $24K repeat.
- 49% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 419% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 211% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $363K (2022) to $1.9M (2025). In 2025 it made 37 grants totaling $1.9M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NYU Langone Hospitals New York, NY | General Use | $334,679 |
| American Jewish Committee New York, NY | General Use | $270,000 |
| University of the Witwatersrand Fund Inc New York, NY | General Use | $160,000 |
| Miracle Corners of the World Inc New York, NY | General Use | $159,000 |
| The Grey Foundation Americas Inc New York, NY | Music and Art Centre of the Grey School | $150,000 |
| American Jewish World Service New York, NY | General Use | $100,000 |
| New York University New York, NY | General Use | $90,000 |
| Fordham University New York, NY | Scholarship Fund | $52,500 |
| Metropolitan Opera Association New York, NY | General Use | $52,500 |
| Shared Interest New York, NY | General Use | $52,500 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,520,334 | $774,670 | $1,949,680 | $1,884,456 | 37 | $1,888,260 | $709,391 | $895,332 |
| 2024 | $16,685,527 | $525,065 | $944,470 | $842,300 | 34 | $846,770 | $483,625 | $856,756 |
| 2023 | $17,139,015 | $2,362,441 | $994,293 | $842,622 | 37 | $846,163 | $2,218,995 | $759,369 |
| 2022 | $15,717,982 | $2,251,240 | $528,755 | $363,076 | 34 | $367,974 | $2,114,989 | $766,940 |
| 2021 | $14,085,612 | $2,503,546 | $942,615 | $816,000 | 29 | — | $2,382,036 | $688,420 |
| 2020 | $12,365,087 | $1,263,768 | $580,138 | $495,800 | 37 | — | $1,197,276 | $549,094 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman reported a distributable amount of $895K for 2025 — 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 2025 grantees include a hospital, universities, Jewish organizations, arts and cultural organizations, and organizations working on international development and social reconstruction.
The American Jewish Committee describes its mission as advancing the wellbeing of Jewish people and Israel, human rights, and democratic values. American Jewish World Service says it works to realize human rights and end poverty in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. The Grey Foundation Americas says it supports and mentors a school in South Africa and seeks to reconnect with its alumni. Shared Interest says it promotes social reconstruction in South Africa and neighboring countries by facilitating access to credit for low-income borrowers.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation awarded 37 grants totaling $1,884,456. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $334,679, with a median of $20,000.
Among the largest reported grants were $334,679 to NYU Langone Hospitals for general use; $270,000 to the American Jewish Committee for general use; $160,000 to the University of the Witwatersrand Fund for general use; $159,000 to Miracle Corners of the World for general use; and $150,000 to The Grey Foundation Americas for the Music and Art Centre of the Grey School. Other notable grants included $100,000 to American Jewish World Service, $90,000 to New York University, and $52,500 each to Fordham University, the Metropolitan Opera Association, and Shared Interest.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Stanley M. Bergman and Marion J. Bergman as directors and co-chairmen, and Paul I. Bergman and Edward J. Bergman as directors and co-presidents.
Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman is led by Edward J. Bergman, Director, Co-President & S on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Edward J. Bergman
Director, Co-President & S
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul I. Bergman
Director, Co-President & T
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marion J. Bergman
Director & Co-Chairman of
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stanley M. Bergman
Director & Co-Chairman of
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "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 Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman
How much does Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman give each year?
Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman gave $1.9M across 37 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $842K across 34 grants.
What is Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman's typical grant size?
Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman's median grant in 2025 was $20,000, and its average grant was $50,931, across 37 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman that year got $21K on average.
Where does Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman give grants?
Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman gives mostly in New York: 94% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (21 grants) and Seattle, WA (2 grants).
Does Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman give general operating support?
Yes: 95% of Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman's 2025 grants with a stated purpose (35 of 37) were for general or operating support, per its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman's largest grantees?
Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman's largest 2025 grantees include NYU Langone Hospitals ($334,679), American Jewish Committee ($270,000) and University of the Witwatersrand Fund Inc ($160,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman?
Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman reported $15.5M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.9M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $895K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grantees include a hospital, universities, Jewish organizations, arts and cultural organizations, and organizations working on international development and social reconstruction. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman's EIN?
Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-4586203. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Stanley Marion Paul and Edward Bergman 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
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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