The Berky Benevolent Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Berky Benevolent Foundation is a private foundation in Boca Raton, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $43,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $17,000. 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$43,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$17,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $39,500 the year before.
17% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $39,500 | 10 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $43,500 | 12 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
The Berky Benevolent 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $17,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $13,500 |
| California | 2 | $12,300 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $6,800 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Home | Charitable grant | $17,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable grant | $17,000 |
| Westmont College | Charitable grant | $7,300 |
| Safe Harbor | Charitable grant | $6,800 |
| Boca Helping Hands | Charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Place of Hope | Charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Comfort Zone Camp | Charitable grant | $5,000 |
| City of Hope | Charitable grant | $5,000 |
| ALS Association of Greater Philadel | Charitable grant | $3,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable grant | $3,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable gift | $2,000 |
| Temperance Training Foundation | Charitable grant | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- H Charles Berkey Jr
- Sharon Berky Totah
- Bradford S Berky
- Dolores Berky
Questions people ask
Does The Berky Benevolent Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Berky Benevolent Foundation give?
$43,500 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Berky Benevolent Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists H Charles Berkey Jr (Trustee), Sharon Berky Totah (Trustee), Bradford S Berky (Trustee) and Dolores Berky (Trustee).