James R Berdell Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
James R Berdell Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Menlo Park, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $603,439 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $301,720 and the largest $473,439. 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$603,439
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$301,720
- Largest grant$473,439
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $130,000 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $100,000 | 1 | $4.3 million |
| 2023 | $130,000 | 1 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $603,439 | 2 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
James R Berdell Foundation Inc 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
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $473,439 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $130,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Legacy | General | $473,439 |
| MIT Fellowship Fund | General | $130,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Berdell
- Lauren Podoll
- Robert Ledoux
- Peter McCrea
- Kia Sullivan
Questions people ask
Does James R Berdell Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James R Berdell Foundation Inc give?
$603,439 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $301,720.
Who runs James R Berdell Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists James Berdell (President), Lauren Podoll (Secretary), Robert Ledoux (Treasurer) and Peter McCrea (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.