HN and Frances C Berger Foundation
Preselected recipients only
HN and Frances C Berger Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Desert, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $16.5 million in 117 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $10.7 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$16.5 million
- Number of grants117
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$10.7 million
- Assets$527 million
- New grantees45%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7.9 million the year before.
45% of its 2024 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 | $7.9 million | 121 | $525 million |
| 2024 | $16.5 million | 117 | $527 million |
How to apply
HN and Frances C Berger 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What HN and Frances C Berger Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 1 | $10.7 million |
| California | 89 | $3.2 million |
| Florida | 4 | $1.1 million |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $300,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $195,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $170,168 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $160,000 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $45,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $27,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Volunteers of America Michigan | 4.784 acre 5 story office building (APN 24-14-201-053) | $10.7 million |
| Orlando Health Foundation | Comprehensive Care Center at Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children | $800,000 |
| Palm Springs Air Museum | the Auen Learning Center | $500,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | for critical medical care and necessary supplies-including food, water, hygiene kite, health clinics and an emergency field hospital caused by Hurricane Helene | $500,000 |
| Cumberland College | Scholarship Programs | $300,000 |
| Palm Springs Air Museum | the Auen Learning Center | $250,000 |
| The First Academy Inc | to complete renovations to the track, scoreboard, lighting, and fencing | $250,000 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | to support the expanding property rights litigation program in California | $250,000 |
| The Philanthropy Roundtable | support to continue Roundtable's programs | $195,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | support for continued research | $150,000 |
| Friends of the Cultural Center Inc | for the annual gala and educational programs | $150,000 |
| USC Arcadia Hospital Foundation | program support | $110,000 |
| Desert Christian Academy | capital improvements | $100,000 |
| Desert Forum Inc | Sponsorship of 2025 Speaker Series | $100,000 |
| Xavier College Preparatory High School | to support the continued installation of field improvements | $100,000 |
| Living Desert Reserve | 2024 WildLights event and educational programs | $100,000 |
| Children First Leadership Academy | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Expeditionary Learning Capstone Experience | $91,068 |
| The District Attorney | to help purchase Two Polaris Crew XP1000 Premium off-road vehicles and trailer | $80,000 |
| Children First Leadership Academy | 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Expeditionary Learning Capstone Experience | $79,100 |
| USC - School of Dramatic Arts | to support the Sandy Reed Endowed Professional Development Fund | $75,000 |
| The First Academy Inc | Sponsorship for the First Academy 2025 Athletic Program | $75,000 |
| AFAF - American Friends of our Armed Forces | Program support | $50,000 |
| Mama's House | to help continue the work at the Hope Center | $50,000 |
| Alzheimers Coachella Valley | to help maintain and expand services and programs | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Cathedral City | Matching Grant - for the 15th Annual Holiday Extravaganza | $50,000 |
| ABC Recovery Center | to assist in the Berger Learning Center | $45,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Cathedral City | Matching Grant - for the 14th Annual Holiday Extravaganza | $40,000 |
| California Community Foundation | for D1400: Mahnaz and David Newman Charitable Fund | $40,000 |
| Coronado Hospital Foundation | to fund life-saving state-of-the art technology | $40,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Loma Linda | to support Temporary Housing and Family Support Services | $40,000 |
| Coachella Valley Boxing Club | to purchase supplies and equipment | $40,000 |
| California Community Foundation | for D1400: Mahnaz and David Newman Charitable Fund | $40,000 |
| Desert Christian Academy | to support the "Coachella Showcase" | $35,000 |
| Paws and Hearts | general support to add more volunteer dog therapy teams to serve more seniors residing in long-term care facilities | $35,000 |
| The Fund for Partnership for Success | program support | $35,000 |
| Olive Crest | for security and surveillance needs at the Coachella valley Children and Family Resource Center in Palm Desert | $35,000 |
| Angel View Inc | to help purchase a third van | $35,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation - Orange County and Inland Empire | to support Wishes made in the Coachella Valley | $30,000 |
| Saint Louis School | scholarship programs | $30,000 |
| Camp Alandale | to assist children attend summer camp | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Catharine Reed
- Christopher McGuire
- Darrell Burrage
- Douglass Vance
- Francis Wong
- Joan Kalimanis
- Joseph Glassett
- Michael Stutz
- Michael Rover
Questions people ask
Does HN and Frances C Berger Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does HN and Frances C Berger Foundation give?
$16.5 million in tax year 2024, across 117 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs HN and Frances C Berger Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Catharine Reed (VP Programs/Director), Christopher McGuire (President/Board Chairman), Darrell Burrage (Director) and Douglass Vance (VP Real Estate/Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does HN and Frances C Berger Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.