Bershtel Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bershtel Family Foundation is a private foundation in Long Beach, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $251,480 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$251,480
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2025 was up from $195,000 the year before.
69% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $256,400 | 10 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $195,000 | 8 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $251,480 | 13 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Bershtel Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Bershtel Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $201,000 |
| California | 5 | $35,180 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish National Fund | General support | $150,000 |
| Project Rozana USA Inc | General support | $40,000 |
| Jewish Long Beach | General support | $15,000 |
| Hias Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Habonim Camp Kvutza Inc | General support | $5,180 |
| Long Beach Poly | General support | $5,000 |
| Shul by the Shore | General support | $5,000 |
| New Jewish Narrative | General support | $5,000 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Fund Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Jewish Family and Children's Services | General support | $5,000 |
| Habonim Dror Foundation Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Friends of Tsad Kadima | General support | $1,000 |
| Public Broadcasting Service | General support | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Jack Bershtel
- Sharon Bershtel
- Ken Bob
Questions people ask
Does Bershtel Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bershtel Family Foundation give?
$251,480 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bershtel Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jack Bershtel (Treasurer), Sharon Bershtel (President) and Ken Bob (Secretary).
What does Bershtel Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.