Better Communities Together Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Better Communities Together Foundation is a private foundation in Sherman Oaks, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $484,279 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $255,000. 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$484,279
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$255,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $204,068 the year before.
71% 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 | $0 | 0 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $204,068 | 7 | $9.6 million |
| 2025 | $484,279 | 14 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
Better Communities Together 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 Better Communities Together Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $484,279 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshiva Aharon Yaakov | General | $255,000 |
| Kinder Shuvah | General | $100,000 |
| Jewish Inspiration Initiative | General | $24,000 |
| Touch of Kindness Inc | General | $20,000 |
| Shaarey Zedek | General | $16,246 |
| Netaneli Hebrew Academy | General | $16,000 |
| Jerusalem Fund of Aish Hatorah | General | $12,000 |
| Yeshiva Ketana of Los Angeles | General | $10,000 |
| Kehilas Lev Simcha | General | $10,000 |
| Chazak Los Angeles Valley | General | $6,818 |
| Emek Hebrew Academy | General | $6,705 |
| Valley Village Community Kollel | General | $6,000 |
| Chabad of Burbank | General | $1,250 |
| Light Source Foundation | General | $260 |
Officers and trustees
- David Kay
Questions people ask
Does Better Communities Together Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Better Communities Together Foundation give?
$484,279 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs Better Communities Together Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Kay (President).
What does Better Communities Together Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.