The Mario & Lilian Berkowitz Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mario & Lilian Berkowitz Private Foundation is a private foundation in Surfside, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $97,229 in 50 grants; the typical grant was $228 and the largest $37,460. 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$97,229
- Number of grants50
- Typical grant$228
- Largest grant$37,460
- Assets$77,591
- New grantees72%
Giving in 2024 was up from $92,311 the year before.
72% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $92,311 | 29 | $168,423 |
| 2024 | $97,229 | 50 | $77,591 |
How to apply
The Mario & Lilian Berkowitz Private 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 Mario & Lilian Berkowitz Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida. It also paid $786 in 6 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 18 | $63,130 |
| New York | 16 | $28,457 |
| New Jersey | 8 | $4,640 |
| Ohio | 1 | $180 |
| Georgia | 1 | $36 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mementos de Torah | Religious | $37,460 |
| Chazak Global Inc | Religious | $16,000 |
| Ness 26 Inc | Religious | $11,008 |
| Ohr Hatorah Yeshiva High School | Religious | $8,350 |
| Tov Inc | Religious | $4,500 |
| Chesed Lakol Lakewood | Humanitarian | $3,591 |
| Ajdut Israel Inc | Religious | $3,000 |
| Presidential Synagogue | Religious | $2,192 |
| Colel Chabad | Religious | $1,927 |
| K Space Aventura | Religious | $1,400 |
| Crib Efrat | Humanitarian | $860 |
| Magen David Synagogue | Religious | $388 |
| Chabad of Plantation | Religious | $378 |
| Helping Hands Food | Humanitarian | $371 |
| Kollel Zichron Michoel | Religious | $371 |
| Jewish Culture High School | Religious | $360 |
| Hechal Shalom | Religious | $310 |
| Kolel Ohaly Abraham | Religious | $300 |
| Sephardic Congregation | Religious | $291 |
| Shtiebel Ostrova Outreach Inc | Religious | $280 |
| Torahanytime | Religious | $268 |
| Magen David | Religious | $260 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds Inc | Religious | $260 |
| Pantry Packers | Religious | $256 |
| Southern Region Ncsy | Religious | $255 |
| Kollel Ahavas Torah | Religious | $200 |
| Netive Ezra Synagogue | Religious | $200 |
| Yeshiva of Kasho | Religious | $200 |
| Chabad Lubavitch of Weston | Religious | $185 |
| Bais Hatzedaka | Religious | $180 |
| Bikurcholim | Religious | $180 |
| Hameir Laarets | Religious | $180 |
| Happy Purim LLC | Religious | $180 |
| Jewish Latin Connection | Religious | $180 |
| Bais Yaakov High School | Religious | $150 |
| Keren Hatzedaka Lakewood | Religious | $110 |
| CCJ Israel | Religious | $104 |
| Bnei Akiva | Religious | $101 |
| The Shul of Bal Harbour | Religious | $59 |
| Eichlers | Religious | $58 |
Officers and trustees
- Mario Berkowitz
- Lilian Berkowitz
Questions people ask
Does The Mario & Lilian Berkowitz Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mario & Lilian Berkowitz Private Foundation give?
$97,229 in tax year 2024, across 50 grants, with a typical grant of $228.
Who runs The Mario & Lilian Berkowitz Private Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mario Berkowitz (Trustee) and Lilian Berkowitz (Trustee).
What does The Mario & Lilian Berkowitz Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.