The Judy and Bernard Briskin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Judy and Bernard Briskin Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $653,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $550,000. 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$653,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$550,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $658,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $21,000 | 2 | $7.8 million |
| 2023 | $3.8 million | 8 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $658,000 | 4 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $653,000 | 3 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Judy and Bernard Briskin 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 The Judy and Bernard Briskin Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in California. It also paid $3,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $650,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Venice Family Clinic | Perpetuate exempt activities | $550,000 |
| The People Concren | Perpetuate exempt activities | $100,000 |
| The Venkatraman Memorial Trust | Perpetuate exempt activities | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth Goldman
- Judith Briskin
- Julie Harelson
Questions people ask
Does The Judy and Bernard Briskin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Judy and Bernard Briskin Foundation give?
$653,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Judy and Bernard Briskin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth Goldman (Trustee), Judith Briskin (Trustee) and Julie Harelson (Trustee).
What does The Judy and Bernard Briskin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and international.