Tikkun
Preselected recipients only
Tikkun is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $304,100 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$304,100
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $199,300 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $205,600 | 23 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $199,300 | 29 | $5.7 million |
| 2025 | $304,100 | 29 | $6.6 million |
How to apply
Tikkun 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 Tikkun funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $125,000 |
| Colorado | 13 | $104,000 |
| New York | 4 | $35,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,600 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sky's the Limit | General use | $100,000 |
| Emergency Family Assistance Association | General use | $25,000 |
| NVLD Project | General use | $20,000 |
| Congregation Nevei Kodesh | General use | $15,000 |
| Jed Foundation | General use | $10,000 |
| Mazon | General use | $10,000 |
| Pitzer College | General use | $10,000 |
| Re-Member Ministries | General use | $10,000 |
| Rise Against Suicide | General use | $10,000 |
| Rise Against Suicide | General use | $10,000 |
| The Liv Project | General use | $10,000 |
| University of Denver | General use | $10,000 |
| Bridge House | General use | $5,000 |
| Congregation Nevei Kodesh | General use | $5,000 |
| Kgnu | General use | $5,000 |
| Pandas Network | General use | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General use | $5,000 |
| Protect Our Winters | General use | $5,000 |
| Rocky Mountain PBS | General use | $5,000 |
| Rmiam | General use | $5,000 |
| Span | General use | $5,000 |
| University of Mi Hillel | General use | $3,600 |
| Child Mind Institute | General use | $2,500 |
| Colorado Public Radio | General use | $2,500 |
| Fair Fight | General use | $2,500 |
| Parkinson's Foundation | General use | $2,500 |
| The Forward | General use | $2,500 |
| Boulder Public Library Foundation | General use | $1,500 |
| Prison Mindfulness Institute | General use | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lori Berman
- Bruce Berman
Questions people ask
Does Tikkun accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tikkun give?
$304,100 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Tikkun?
Its 2025 filing lists Lori Berman (President) and Bruce Berman (Treasurer).
What does Tikkun fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.