J and K Berman Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
J and K Berman Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $232,946 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,800 and the largest $109,000. 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$232,946
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,800
- Largest grant$109,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $191,418 the year before.
38% 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 | $137,636 | 11 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $191,418 | 10 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $232,946 | 12 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
J and K Berman Memorial 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 J and K Berman Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 4 | $143,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,061 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $9,285 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,600 |
| Illinois | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Turtles | General & Unrestricted | $109,000 |
| Strategies for International Development | General & Unrestricted | $50,061 |
| See Turtles | Trinidad Project | $27,500 |
| Action for Mantas | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Children of Vietnam | Bright Scholar Program Scholarship Fund | $8,000 |
| Women Divers Hall of Fame Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Mitrata-Nepal Foundation for Children | General & Unrestricted | $3,600 |
| See Turtles | Africa Program | $2,500 |
| Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors | Forum sponsorship | $1,000 |
| International Sea Turtle Society | General & Unrestricted | $685 |
| Children of Vietnam | General & Unrestricted | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Berman
- Reiko Berman Shingu
Questions people ask
Does J and K Berman Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J and K Berman Memorial Foundation give?
$232,946 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,800.
Who runs J and K Berman Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Berman (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas) and Reiko Berman Shingu (Dir, VP).
What does J and K Berman Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and youth programs.