The Frieda Berlinski Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Frieda Berlinski Foundation is a private foundation in Redondo Beach, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $284,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $112,000. 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$284,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$112,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $252,125 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $200,000 | 4 | $8.6 million |
| 2023 | $252,125 | 4 | $9.6 million |
| 2024 | $284,500 | 5 | $0 |
How to apply
The Frieda Berlinski 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 The Frieda Berlinski Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $212,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $22,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| KLCS Educational Foundation | General support for public broadcasting | $112,000 |
| Public Media Group of SoCal | General support for public broadcasting | $75,000 |
| Greater Washington Educational Tele | Student reporting labsCommunities of Color Initiative | $50,000 |
| SDSU Research Foundation KPBS | General support for public broadcasting | $25,000 |
| WQED Multimedia | operating costs & film academy grants | $22,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sugar Elisa Brown
- Mark Stringer
Questions people ask
Does The Frieda Berlinski Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Frieda Berlinski Foundation give?
$284,500 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Frieda Berlinski Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sugar Elisa Brown (Secretary) and Mark Stringer (President & CEO).
What does The Frieda Berlinski Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.