Fulfilling Your Mission
Bernstein Foundation & Institutional Advisory is here so you can focus on what's most important—Your Mission.
Make the most of the financial resources entrusted to you
Your fiduciary partner
For over 52 years, nonprofits, foundations, and a host of other institutions have relied on Bernstein for investment management and customized planning. Our extensive experience enables us to help you accomplish your mission in a manner consistent with the legacy, vision, and values of your organization, and our shared community.
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Recent prominent articles criticizing responsible portfolios have unsettled nonprofit fiduciaries. We think the critics have missed the point.
A partner for all
We partner with nonprofits and foundations of all types and sizes.
Types of Organizations We Serve
- Faith-based
- Educational
- International
- Governmental
- Associations
- Healthcare and Human Services
- Environmental and Animal
- Arts, Culture, and Humanities
For Boards & Investment Committees
Key questions to ask to ensure your nonprofit is paired with the optimal team.
Asset Allocation
Tips on building a durable strategic allocation tailored to your organization’s needs.
Donor Outreach
Leverage insights we’ve gained from working with high-net-worth clients who are charitably inclined.
Mission-aligned support
Most nonprofits and foundations want a wealth manager that is like minded and mission aligned. Our culture engages people with different backgrounds, viewpoints and ways of thinking, bringing out the best in our firm—and for our clients.
Have you considered responsible investing?
Nonprofits and foundations are increasingly looking at their portfolios as additional capital that can be deployed in service to the community. When positioned effectively, these assets can work “behind the scenes” to further promote equality and societal well-being.
Empowering you to succeed
We publish blogs and a podcast specifically tailored to nonprofits and foundations. These resources can help drive your mission forward with expert guidance on investing, governance, development, and more.
Alternative investments
Can alternative investments provide a boost to mission-driven organizations? Potentially. Nonprofits have unique considerations when determining whether alternative investments fit their investment needs. We can help you determine whether they’re right for your organization.
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